Date: January 3, 2016
First reading (Isaiah 60: 1–6)
A reading from the book of the Prophet Isaiah.
Arise and shine, Jerusalem, for your light has come. The Glory of the Lord rises upon you. Night still covers the earth and gloomy clouds veil the peoples, but the Lord now rises and over you his glory appears. Nations will come to your light and kings to the brightness of your dawn. Lift up your eyes round about and see: they are all gathered and are coming to you, your sons from afar, your daughters tenderly carried. This sight will make your face radiant, your heart throbbing and full; the riches of the sea will be turned to you, the wealth of the nations will come to you. A flood of camels will cover you, caravans from Midian and Ephah. Those from Sheba will come, bringing with them gold and incense, all singing in praise of the Lord.
Second reading (Ephesians 3: 2–3 and 5–6)
A reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Ephesians.
Brothers and sisters: You may have heard of the graces God bestowed on me for your sake. By a revelation he gave me the knowledge of his mysterious design, as I have explained in a few words. This mystery was not made known to past generations but only now, through revelations given to holy apostles and prophets. Now the non-Jewish people share the Inheritance; in Christ Jesus the non-Jews are incorporated and are to enjoy the Promise, for this is the Good News.
Gospel (Matthew 2: 1–12)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
When Jesus was born in Bethlehem, in Judea, during the days of King Herod, wise men from the east arrived in Jerusalem. They asked, "Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw the rising of his star in the east and have come to honor him." When Herod heard this, he was greatly disturbed and with him all of Jerusalem. He immediately called a meeting of all high-ranking priests and those who taught the people of God his Law, and asked them where the Messiah was to be born. "In the town of Bethlehem in Judea," they told him, "for this is what the prophet wrote: And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, you are by no means the least among the clans of Judah, for from you will become a leader, the one who is to shepherd my people Israel." Then Herod surreptitiously called the wise men and asked them the precise time the star appeared. Then he sent them to Bethlehem with the instruction, "Go and get precise information about the child. As soon as you have located him, report to me, so that I too may go and honor him." After the meeting with the king, they set out. The star that they had seen in the East went ahead of them and stopped over the place where the child was. The wise men were overjoyed on seeing the star again. They went into the house and when they saw the child with Mary his mother, they knelt and worshiped him. They opened their bags and offered him their gifts of gold, incense and myrrh. In a dream they were warned not to return to Herod, so they returned to their home country by another way.
First reading (Isaiah 60: 1–6)
A reading from the book of the Prophet Isaiah.
Arise and shine, Jerusalem, for your light has come. The Glory of the Lord rises upon you. Night still covers the earth and gloomy clouds veil the peoples, but the Lord now rises and over you his glory appears. Nations will come to your light and kings to the brightness of your dawn. Lift up your eyes round about and see: they are all gathered and are coming to you, your sons from afar, your daughters tenderly carried. This sight will make your face radiant, your heart throbbing and full; the riches of the sea will be turned to you, the wealth of the nations will come to you. A flood of camels will cover you, caravans from Midian and Ephah. Those from Sheba will come, bringing with them gold and incense, all singing in praise of the Lord.
Second reading (Ephesians 3: 2–3 and 5–6)
A reading from the letter of Saint Paul to the Ephesians.
Brothers and sisters: You may have heard of the graces God bestowed on me for your sake. By a revelation he gave me the knowledge of his mysterious design, as I have explained in a few words. This mystery was not made known to past generations but only now, through revelations given to holy apostles and prophets. Now the non-Jewish people share the Inheritance; in Christ Jesus the non-Jews are incorporated and are to enjoy the Promise, for this is the Good News.
Gospel (Matthew 2: 1–12)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
When Jesus was born in Bethlehem, in Judea, during the days of King Herod, wise men from the east arrived in Jerusalem. They asked, "Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw the rising of his star in the east and have come to honor him." When Herod heard this, he was greatly disturbed and with him all of Jerusalem. He immediately called a meeting of all high-ranking priests and those who taught the people of God his Law, and asked them where the Messiah was to be born. "In the town of Bethlehem in Judea," they told him, "for this is what the prophet wrote: And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, you are by no means the least among the clans of Judah, for from you will become a leader, the one who is to shepherd my people Israel." Then Herod surreptitiously called the wise men and asked them the precise time the star appeared. Then he sent them to Bethlehem with the instruction, "Go and get precise information about the child. As soon as you have located him, report to me, so that I too may go and honor him." After the meeting with the king, they set out. The star that they had seen in the East went ahead of them and stopped over the place where the child was. The wise men were overjoyed on seeing the star again. They went into the house and when they saw the child with Mary his mother, they knelt and worshiped him. They opened their bags and offered him their gifts of gold, incense and myrrh. In a dream they were warned not to return to Herod, so they returned to their home country by another way.
Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 72) (Verses 1–2, 7–8, and 10–13)
ReplyDeleteThe response is: Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.
O God, endow the king with your justice, the royal son with your righteousness. May he rule your people justly and defend the rights of the lowly.
Justice will flower in his days, and peace abound till the moon be no more. For he reigns from sea to sea, from the River to the ends of the earth.
The kings of Tarshish and the islands render him tribute, the kings of Sheba and Seba bring gifts, all kings bow down to him, and all nations serve him.
He delivers the needy who call on him, the afflicted with no one to help them. His mercy is upon the weak and the poor, he saves the life of the poor.
Primera Lectura (Isaías 60: 1–6)
ReplyDeleteUna lectura del libro del profeta Isaías.
Levántate y brilla, que ha llegado tu luz y la Gloria de Yahvé amaneció sobre ti. Mientras las tinieblas cubrían la tierra y los pueblos estaban en la noche, sobre ti se levantó Yahvé, y sobre ti apareció su Gloria. Los pueblos se dirigen hacia tu luz y los reyes, al resplandor de tu aurora. Levanta los ojos a tu alrededor y contempla: todos se reúnen y vienen a ti; tus hijos llegan de lejos y tus hijas son traídas en brazos. Tú entonces, al verlo, te pondrás radiante, palpitará tu corazón muy emocionado; traerán a ti tesoros del otro lado del mar y llegarán a ti las riquezas de las naciones. Te inundará una multitud de camellos: llegarán los de Madián y Efá. Los de Sabá vendrán todos trayendo oro e incienso, y proclamando las alabanzas de Yahvé.
Salmo responsorial (Salmo 72) (Versículos 1–2, 7–8 y 10–13)
La respuesta es: Señor, todas las naciones en la tierra te adorarán.
• Oh Dios, concede tu justicia al rey y tu rectitud al descendiente de reyes, para que gobierne a tu pueblo con justicia y a tus pobres con rectitud.
• Que en sus días florezca la justicia y abunde la paz, mientras dure la luna; que domine de un mar hasta el otro, y desde el Río hasta los confines de la tierra.
• Que los reyes de Tarsis y de las costas lejanas le paguen tributo. Que los reyes de Arabia y de Sebá le traigan regalos; que todos los reyes le rindan homenaje y lo sirvan todas las naciones.
• Porque él librará al pobre que suplica y al humilde que está desamparado. Tendrá compasión del débil y del pobre, y salvará la vida de los indigentes.
Segunda Lectura (Efesios 3: 2–3 y 5–6)
Una lectura de la carta de San Pablo a los efesios.
Porque seguramente habrán oído hablar de la gracia de Dios, que me ha sido dispensada en beneficio de ustedes. Fue por medio de una revelación como se me dio a conocer este misterio, tal como acabo de exponérselo en pocas palabras. Que no fue manifestado a las generaciones pasadas, pero que ahora ha sido revelado por medio del Espíritu a sus santos apóstoles y profetas. Este misterio consiste en que también los paganos participan de una misma herencia, son miembros de un mismo Cuerpo y beneficiarios de la misma promesa en Cristo Jesús, por medio del Evangelio.
Evangelio (Mateo 2: 1–12)
Una lectura del Evangelio Santo según San Mateo.
Jesús había nacido en Belén de Judá durante el reinado de Herodes. Unos Magos que venían de Oriente llegaron a Jerusalén preguntando: “¿Dónde está el rey de los judíos recién nacido? Porque hemos visto su estrella en el Oriente y venimos a adorarlo.” Herodes y toda Jerusalén quedaron muy alborotados al oír esto. Reunió de inmediato a los sumos sacerdotes y a los que enseñaban la Ley al pueblo, y les hizo precisar dónde tenía que nacer el Mesías. Ellos le contestaron: “En Belén de Judá, pues así lo escribió el profeta: Y tú, Belén, tierra de Judá, no eres en absoluto la más pequeña entre los pueblos de Judá, porque de ti saldrá un jefe, el que apacentará a mi pueblo, Israel.” Entonces Herodes llamó en privado a los Magos, y les hizo precisar la fecha en que se les había aparecido la estrella. Después los envió a Belén y les dijo: “Vayan y averigüen bien todo lo que se refiere a ese niño, y apenas lo encuentren, avísenme, porque yo también iré a rendirle homenaje.” Después de esta entrevista con el rey, los Magos se pusieron en camino; y fíjense: la estrella que habían visto en el Oriente iba delante de ellos, hasta que se detuvo sobre el lugar donde estaba el niño. ¡Qué alegría más grande: habían visto otra vez la estrella! Al entrar a la casa vieron al niño con María, su madre; se arrodillaron y le adoraron. Abrieron después sus cofres y le ofrecieron sus regalos de oro, incienso y mirra. Luego se les avisó en sueños que no volvieran donde Herodes, así que regresaron a su país por otro camino.
On this day you may anticipate the blessing of the sacred chalk. Once again, on your doors, inscribe: 20 C + M + B 15 for results.
ReplyDeleteCorrection. Please inscribe 20 C + M + B 16 on the doors of your home or function.
DeleteEn este día puedes anticipar la bendición de la tiza sagrada. Hay que escribir en la puerta de tu hogar o edificio comercial: 20 C + M + B 16.
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