AI OVERVIEW: God judges leaders who neglect the flock, as Ezekiel condemns the shepherds of Israel for feeding themselves instead of strengthening the weak, healing the sick, and seeking the lost; the faithful are urged to pray for shepherds—priests, bishops, parents, teachers, and other leaders—to guide with justice and care. The gospel shows the kingdom like a landowner paying all laborers the same wage, teaching that God's mercy is generous and available to any who turn to him, even at the last hour, inviting humility and gratitude rather than envy. The liturgy invites prayer for church and civic leaders, for those bearing crosses, and for the faithful gathered today, that Christ's grace may strengthen them to live and share the gospel.
YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION: Mass at St. Monica Catholic Church - Mercer Island. For more information about our daily Mass livestreams please visit: www.stmonicami.org/livestream ---
