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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The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica - November 9, 2025

A reflection is not available for this feast day.

Thirty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time - November 16, 2025

Malachi 3:19-20 - There will come a day when God will correct evil. 
2 Thessalonians 3:7-12 - Be faithful and not lazy in Christian living. 
Luke 21:5-19 - The day of the Lord is surely coming.

Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe - November 23, 2025

2 Samuel 5:1-3 - God’s choice, David, is anointed as king. 
Psalm 122:1-5 - We long for the Lord’s house. 
Colossians 1:12-20 - We were brought into the kingdom of Christ. 
Luke 23:35-43 - Our King, a Crucified Lord, grants salvation.

First Sunday of Advent - November 30, 2025

Isaiah 2:1-5 - All nations shall come to the house of the Lord. 
Psalm 122:1-9 - We rejoice in the Lord. 
Romans 13:11-14 - The night is far gone; the day is at hand. 
Matthew 24:37-44 - Be ready; the Day of the Lord will be sudden.

Second Sunday of Advent - December 7, 2025

Isaiah 11:1-10 - A descendant of David will bring salvation.
Psalm 72:1-17 - The Anointed King will rule all creation. 
Romans 15:4-9 - Grace for the circumcised is now available to all. 
Matthew 3:1-12 - The wild one, the Baptist, calls all to conversion.