In this week’s Encountering the Word video for the Feast of the Epiphany, Jeff Cavins explains how—just as the Magi were drawn to Christ—people from around the world are drawn to the gospel when we live it authentically.
The Sunday readings are:
First Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13
Second Reading: Ephesians 3:2-3A, 5-6
Alleluia: Matthew 2:2
Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12
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