The Octave Day of Christmas Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God

New Year's resolutions challenge people to reflect upon the direction of their lives and with discipline and courage execute lasting change. These resolutions certainly have a social element to them, but fundamentally they remind Christians of the need to prepare for our final end. Through the intercession of the Blessed Mother, may we respond to the promptings of the Holy Spirit and be configured greater to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Scripture Readings for January 1, 2023

Numbers 6:22-27

Psalm 67:2-3, 5-6, 8

Galatians 4:4-7

Luke 2:16-21