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First Reading Isaiah 61:1-2, 10-11 (JB) A reading from the prophet Isaiah I exult for joy in the Lord. The spirit of the Lord has been given to me, for the Lord has anointed me. He has sent me to bring good news to the poor, to bind up hearts that are broken; to proclaim…

First Reading Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11 (JB) A reading from the prophet Isaiah Prepare the way for the Lord. ‘Console my people, console them’ says your God. ‘Speak to the heart of Jerusalem and call to her that her time of service is ended, that her sin is atoned for, that she has received from the…

First Reading Isaiah 63:16-17; 64:1,3-8 (JB) A reading from the prophet Isaiah Oh that you would tear the heavens apart and come down. You, Lord, yourself are our Father, Our Redeemer is your ancient name. Why, Lord, leave us to stray from your ways and harden our hearts against fearing you? Return, for the sake…

First Reading Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17 (JB) A reading from the prophet Ezekiel You, my flock, I judge between sheep and sheep. The Lord says this: I am going to look after my flock myself and keep all of it in view. As a shepherd keeps all his flock in view when he stands up in…

First Reading Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31 (JB) A reading from the book of Proverbs Give her a share in what she has worked for. A perfect wife – who can find her? She is far beyond the price of pearls. Her husband’s heart has confidence in her, from her he will derive no little profit.…

First Reading Wisdom 6:12-16 (JB) A reading from the book of Wisdom Wisdom is found by those who look for it. Wisdom is bright, and does not grow dim. By those who love her she is readily seen, and found by those who look for her. Quick to anticipate those who desire her, she makes…

First Reading Malachi 1:14 – 2:2, 8-10 (JB) A reading from the prophet Malachi You have strayed from the way, you have caused many to stumble by your teaching. I am a great king, says the Lord of hosts, and my name is feared throughout the nations. And now, priests, this warning is for you.…