Jan 23, 2017
Readings:
Zephaniah 2:3; 3:12-13
Psalm 146:6-10
1 Corinthians 1:26-31
Matthew 5:1-12
In the readings since Christmas, Jesus has been revealed as the new royal son of David and Son of God. He is sent to lead a new exodus that brings Israel out of captivity to the nations and brings all the nations to God.
As Moses led...
Jan 9, 2017
Readings:
Isaiah 49:3,5-6
Psalm 40:2,4,7-10
1 Corinthians 1:1-3
John 1:29-34
Jesus speaks through the prophet Isaiah in today's First Reading.
He tells us of the mission given to Him by the Father from the womb: "'You are My servant,' He said to Me."
Servant and Son, our Lord was sent to lead a new exodus -...