The words of Jesus to John the beloved disciple apply to us as well: “Behold your Mother.”

Mass Readings – Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church (#572)

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Holy Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us!

Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.

1st Reading – Deuteronomy 4:32-34-39-40

• Moses reminds the people of God’s grandeur, power and might when they were in Egypt.
• The people fix in their hearts the Lord’s statutes and commandments, so that they will prosper and have long life in the land.

Psalm – 33:4-6,9,18-20,22

• “Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.”
• We wait for the Lord, whose word is upright, just, and trustworthy.

2nd Reading – Romans 8:14-17

• Those who are led by the Spirit are children of God by adoption.
• The Spirit bears witness to this relationship, and we are glorified through our suffering with Christ.

Gospel – Matthew 28:16-20

• After the resurrection, Jesus gathers the eleven disciples, some of whom are still doubting.
• He sends them on a great commission to baptize and teach in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Mass Readings – The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity (#165)

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