Let’s take a look at some of the themes that we find in the Mass Readings for the Solemnity of All Saints.
1st Reading – Revelation 7:2-4,9-14
- John has a vision of a great multitude from every nation, race, people, and tongue.
- Having survived a time of great distress, the saints worship God with all the hosts of heaven.
Psalm – 24:1-6
- “Lord, this is the people that longs to see your face.”
- The sinless and clean of heart shall climb the mountain of the Lord.
2nd Reading – 1st John 3:1-3
- We are God’s children now; what we shall be has not yet been revealed.
- When it is revealed we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is.
Gospel – Matthew 5:1-12a
- They are blessed who face struggles in this life, for their reward will be great in heaven.
Mass Readings – All Saints (#667)
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