The feast of Epiphany (“manifestation”) concludes the Christmas season with a celebration of God’s glory revealed in the person of Jesus Christ. In Isaiah and Ephesians, that glory is proclaimed for all nations and people. Like the light of the star that guided the magi to Jesus, the light of Christ reveals who we are: children of God who are claimed and washed in the waters of baptism. We are sent out to be beacons of the light of Christ, sharing the good news of God’s love to all people. 

Scripture Reading: Matthew 2:1-12, Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalms 72:1-7, 10-14

Referenced is the painting Scene of the Massacre of Innocents by Léon Cogniet