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5th day within the octave of Christmas, (commemoration of Saint Thomas Becket, Bishop, Martyr) First reading 1 John 2:3-11 Anyone who loves his brother is living in the light We can be sure that we know Godonly by keeping his commandments.Anyone who says, ‘I know him’,and does not keep his commandments,is a liar,refusing to admit … Read moreMon 29 December

The Holy Family First reading Ecclesiasticus 3:2-6,12-14 He who fears the Lord respects his parents The Lord honours the father in his children, and upholds the rights of a mother over her sons.Whoever respects his father is atoning for his sins, he who honours his mother is like someone amassing a fortune.Whoever respects his father will be … Read moreSun 28 December

Saint John, Apostle, Evangelist First reading 1 John 1:1-4 The Word, who is life – this is our subject Something which has existed since the beginning,that we have heard,and we have seen with our own eyes;that we have watchedand touched with our hands:the Word, who is life –this is our subject.That life was made visible:we saw … Read moreSat 27 December

Saint Stephen, the first Martyr First reading Acts 6:8-10,7:54-59 The martyrdom of Stephen Stephen was filled with grace and power and began to work miracles and great signs among the people. But then certain people came forward to debate with Stephen, some from Cyrene and Alexandria who were members of the synagogue called the Synagogue … Read moreFri 26 December

Christmas Day First reading Isaiah 52:7-10 Rejoice, for the Lord is consoling his people How beautiful on the mountains,are the feet of one who brings good news,who heralds peace, brings happiness,proclaims salvation,and tells Zion,‘Your God is king!’ Listen! Your watchmen raise their voices,they shout for joy together,for they see the Lord face to face,as he … Read moreThu 25 December

24 December First reading 2 Samuel 7:1-5,8-12,14,16 Your House and your sovereignty will always stand secure before me Once David had settled into his house and the Lord had given him rest from all the enemies surrounding him, the king said to the prophet Nathan, ‘Look, I am living in a house of cedar while … Read moreWed 24 December

23 December, (commemoration of Saint John of Kęty, Priest) First reading Malachi 3:1-4,23-24 Before my day comes, I will send you Elijah my prophet The Lord God says this: Look, I am going to send my messenger to prepare a way before me. And the Lord you are seeking will suddenly enter his Temple; and … Read moreTue 23 December

4th Sunday of Advent First reading Isaiah 7:10-14 The maiden is with child The Lord spoke to Ahaz and said, ‘Ask the Lord your God for a sign for yourself coming either from the depths of Sheol or from the heights above.’ ‘No,’ Ahaz answered ‘I will not put the Lord to the test.’Then Isaiah … Read moreSun 21 December

20 December First reading Isaiah 7:10-14 The maiden is with child The Lord spoke to Ahaz and said, ‘Ask the Lord your God for a sign for yourself coming either from the depths of Sheol or from the heights above.’ ‘No,’ Ahaz answered ‘I will not put the Lord to the test.’Then Isaiah said:‘Listen now, … Read moreSat 20 December