Greetings on this the The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas)
Mass during the Day
Readings: Is 52:7-10; Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4, 5-6.; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:1-18
Summary
Merry Christmas! The Savior is born!
and we saw his glory,
the glory as of the Father’s only Son,
full of grace and truth.
Reflection
Today we memorialize and celebrate the birth of Jesus. During the octave of Christmas – an eight day celebration – we recall our universal need for the divine presence. Today we marvel of this innocent baby, his mother and Joseph, Pater Putativus (Step-Father).
Through the week
- Feast of Saint Stephen, first martyr
- Feast of Saint John, Apostle and evangelist
- Feast of the Holy Innocents, martyrs
- Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
- The prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher.
- John [the Baptist] testified to him and cried out.
- Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God The Octave Day of Christmas.
We celebrate as a family, united as adopted children of God.
Personal Reflection
The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. Our journey of faith is to allow our mind of faith to flow into our heart of faith. Jesus has come and it is a wonder in our eyes.
A holy day has dawned upon us.
Come, you nations, and adore the Lord.
For today a great light has come upon the earth.
Sacred Readings Full text: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122524-Day.cfm
Friends
Chag urim sameach! Happy Festival of Lights! My Jewish friends celebrate tonight as well.
Peace be with you,
Deacon Gerry