Echoing God’s Word
Reflections on the readings from the Lectionary
Reflections on the readings from the Lectionary by Rev. Clement D. Thibodeau (1932-2017)
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Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord - December 25, 2024
Isaiah: 52:7-10 - Sing for joy. There is good news coming!
Hebrews 1:1-6 - Now God speaks to the people through the Son.
John 1:1-18 - The Word of God is one with us, living in our midst.
Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph - December 29, 2024
Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 - Respect for God requires that we honor our parents.
Colossians 3:12-21 - Christian life asks that we respect one another.
Luke 2:41-52 - The child Jesus grew to maturity and wisdom.
Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God - January 1, 2025
Numbers 6:22-27 - Aaron blesses the people of Israel in God's name.
Galatians 4:4-7 - God blesses time by sending his Son in history.
Luke 2:16-21 - On the eighth day the Child is named.
Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord - January 5, 2025
Isaiah 60:1-6 - Gentiles will come to faith in the light of God's people.
Ephesians 3:2-6 - Astonishing revelation: Gentiles are brought to Christ.
Matthew 2:1-12 - Wise men from the Gentiles follow a light to find Christ.
Feast of the Baptism of the Lord - January 12, 2025
Isaiah 42:1-4,6-7 - God’s servant will bring sight to the blind.
Acts 10:34-38 - God has anointed Jesus of Nazareth as Messiah and Lord.
Luke 3:15-16, 21-22 - Jesus is the beloved Son of the Father.
Second Sunday of Ordinary Time - January 19, 2025
Isaiah 62:1-5 - God weds his people as a young man marries a virgin.
1 Corinthians 12:4-11 - The Holy Spirit is the source of all gifts in the Church.
John 2:1-12 - The Age of the Messiah has come: Wine flows in abundance!
Psalm 96:1-3,7-10 - Praise God for His gracious love.
Third Sunday of Ordinary Time - January 26, 2025
Nehemiah 8:2-10 - We hear the word of God and promise to be faithful.
1 Corinthians 12:12-30 - The many members are one in the body of Christ.
Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21 - Jesus assumes the role assigned for the Messiah.
Psalm 19:8-10,15 - God’s word gives spirit and life.
Feast of the Presentation of the Lord - February 2, 2025
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Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time - February 9, 2025
Isaiah 6:1-8 - The Lord chooses Isaiah to be prophet.
Psalm 138:1-8 - Men and women join the angels in praising the Lord.
1 Corinthians 15:1-11 - The preaching of Paul is the foundation of our belief.
Luke 5:1-11 - Jesus chooses the apostles who will call other disciples.
