Greetings on this the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
Readings: Malachi 3:1-4; Psalm 24:7, 8, 9, 10; Hebrews 2:14-18; Luke 2:22-40
Summary
[Joseph and Mary] took [Jesus] up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord. [Simeon] took him into his arms and blessed God, saying: …for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you prepared in sight of all the peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and glory for your people Israel. St Paul teaches that [Jesus came to] free those who through fear of death had been subject to slavery all their life (Lk 2:22b, 28, 30-32; Heb 2:15).
Reflection
The Presentation in the Temple is the 4th Joyful mystery of the Holy Rosary. It comes immediately after Jesus’ nativity. That makes sense, of course.
But it’s question remains even now.
Where are you taking Jesus today?
Joseph and Mary brought Jesus not only out of legal obligation, but out of love—presenting to God the very gift God had already given them. Thank you, Lord, for my child. Thank you, Lord, for my Savior. Thank you, Lord, for my freedom to live in love and not fear death but embrace the divine hope.
Personal Reflection
Perhaps today we can make a quiet promise to ourselves. To take Jesus where we are going. Don’t leave him here! Take him with you. He is the temple of God’s love. Let all see Jesus – the Simeon’s and Anna’s of the world. That God is glorified and we are made free!
Sacred Readings full text: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020226.cfm
Peace be with you,
Deacon Gerry
Amén 🙏!