2023년 2월 2일 주님 봉헌 축일
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제1독서
<너희가 찾던 주님, 그가 자기 성전으로 오리라.>
말라키 예언서. 3,1-4<또는 히브 2,14-18>
주 하느님께서 이렇게 말씀하신다.
1 “보라, 내가 나의 사자를 보내니 그가 내 앞에서 길을 닦으리라.
너희가 찾던 주님, 그가 홀연히 자기 성전으로 오리라.
너희가 좋아하는 계약의 사자
보라, 그가 온다. ─ 만군의 주님께서 말씀하신다. ─
2 그가 오는 날을 누가 견디어 내며
그가 나타날 때에 누가 버티고 서 있을 수 있겠느냐?
그는 제련사의 불 같고 염색공의 잿물 같으리라.
3 그는 은 제련사와 정련사처럼 앉아
레위의 자손들을 깨끗하게 하고
그들을 금과 은처럼 정련하여
주님에게 의로운 제물을 바치게 하리라.
4 그러면 유다와 예루살렘의 제물이 옛날처럼,
지난날처럼 주님 마음에 들리라.”
제2독서
히브리서2,14-18
14 자녀들이 피와 살을 나누었듯이,
예수님께서도 그들과 함께 피와 살을 나누어 가지셨습니다.
그것은 죽음의 권능을 쥐고 있는 자 곧 악마를 당신의 죽음으로 파멸시키시고,
15 죽음의 공포 때문에 한평생 종살이에 얽매여 있는 이들을
풀어 주시려는 것이었습니다.
16 그분께서는 분명 천사들을 보살펴 주시는 것이 아니라,
아브라함의 후손들을 보살펴 주십니다.
17 그렇기 때문에 그분께서는 모든 점에서 형제들과 같아지셔야 했습니다.
자비로울 뿐만 아니라 하느님을 섬기는 일에 충실한 대사제가 되시어,
백성의 죄를 속죄하시려는 것이었습니다.
18 그분께서는 고난을 겪으시면서 유혹을 받으셨기 때문에,
유혹을 받는 이들을 도와주실 수가 있습니다.
복음
<제 눈이 주님의 구원을 보았습니다.>
루카 2,22-40<또는 2,22-32>
22 모세의 율법에 따라 정결례를 거행할 날이 되자,
예수님의 부모는 아기를 예루살렘으로 데리고 올라가 주님께 바쳤다.
23 주님의 율법에 “태를 열고 나온 사내아이는
모두 주님께 봉헌해야 한다.”고 기록된 대로 한 것이다.
24 그들은 또한 주님의 율법에서
“산비둘기 한 쌍이나 어린 집비둘기 두 마리를”바치라고 명령한 대로
제물을 바쳤다.
25 그런데 예루살렘에 시메온이라는 사람이 있었다.
이 사람은 의롭고 독실하며 이스라엘이 위로받을 때를 기다리는 이였는데,
성령께서 그 위에 머물러 계셨다.
26 성령께서는 그에게 주님의 그리스도를 뵙기 전에는
죽지 않으리라고 알려 주셨다.
27 그가 성령에 이끌려 성전으로 들어갔다.
그리고 아기에 관한 율법의 관례를 준수하려고
부모가 아기 예수님을 데리고 들어오자,
28 그는 아기를 두 팔에 받아 안고 이렇게 하느님을 찬미하였다.
29 “주님, 이제야 말씀하신 대로 당신 종을 평화로이 떠나게 해 주셨습니다.
30 제 눈이 당신의 구원을 본 것입니다.
31 이는 당신께서 모든 민족들 앞에서 마련하신 것으로
32 다른 민족들에게는 계시의 빛이며 당신 백성 이스라엘에게는 영광입니다.”
33 아기의 아버지와 어머니는 아기를 두고 하는 이 말에 놀라워하였다.
34 시메온은 그들을 축복하고 나서 아기 어머니 마리아에게 말하였다.
“보십시오,
이 아기는 이스라엘에서 많은 사람을 쓰러지게도 하고 일어나게도 하며,
또 반대를 받는 표징이 되도록 정해졌습니다.
35 그리하여 당신의 영혼이 칼에 꿰찔리는 가운데,
많은 사람의 마음속 생각이 드러날 것입니다.”
36 한나라는 예언자도 있었는데, 프누엘의 딸로서 아세르 지파 출신이었다.
나이가 매우 많은 이 여자는 혼인하여 남편과 일곱 해를 살고서는,
37 여든네 살이 되도록 과부로 지냈다.
그리고 성전을 떠나는 일 없이 단식하고 기도하며 밤낮으로 하느님을 섬겼다.
38 그런데 이 한나도 같은 때에 나아와 하느님께 감사드리며,
예루살렘의 속량을 기다리는 모든 이에게 그 아기에 대하여 이야기하였다.
39 주님의 법에 따라 모든 일을 마치고 나서,
그들은 갈릴래아에 있는 고향 나자렛으로 돌아갔다.
40 아기는 자라면서 튼튼해지고 지혜가 충만해졌으며, 하느님의 총애를 받았다.
February 2, 2023
Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
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Daily Reading : https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
Reading 1
Mal 3:1-4
Thus says the Lord God:
Lo, I am sending my messenger
to prepare the way before me;
And suddenly there will come to the temple
the LORD whom you seek,
And the messenger of the covenant whom you desire.
Yes, he is coming, says the LORD of hosts.
But who will endure the day of his coming?
And who can stand when he appears?
For he is like the refiner's fire,
or like the fuller's lye.
He will sit refining and purifying silver,
and he will purify the sons of Levi,
Refining them like gold or like silver
that they may offer due sacrifice to the LORD.
Then the sacrifice of Judah and Jerusalem
will please the LORD,
as in the days of old, as in years gone by.
Responsorial Psalm
Ps 24:7, 8, 9, 10
R. (8) Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord!
Lift up, O gates, your lintels;
reach up, you ancient portals,
that the king of glory may come in!
R. Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord!
Who is this king of glory?
The LORD, strong and mighty,
the LORD, mighty in battle.
R. Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord!
Lift up, O gates, your lintels;
reach up, you ancient portals,
that the king of glory may come in!
R. Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord!
Who is this king of glory?
The LORD of hosts; he is the king of glory.
R. Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord!
Reading 2
Heb 2:14-18
Since the children share in blood and flesh,
Jesus likewise shared in them,
that through death he might destroy the one
who has the power of death, that is, the Devil,
and free those who through fear of death
had been subject to slavery all their life.
Surely he did not help angels
but rather the descendants of Abraham;
therefore, he had to become like his brothers and sisters
in every way,
that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest before God
to expiate the sins of the people.
Because he himself was tested through what he suffered
he is able to help those who are being tested.
Gospel
Lk 2:22-40 Or Lk 2:22-32
When the days were completed for their purification
according to the law of Moses,
Mary and Joseph took Jesus up to Jerusalem
to present him to the Lord,
just as it is written in the law of the Lord,
Every male that opens the womb shall be consecrated to the Lord,
and to offer the sacrifice of
a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons,
in accordance with the dictate in the law of the Lord.
Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon.
This man was righteous and devout,
awaiting the consolation of Israel,
and the Holy Spirit was upon him.
It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit
that he should not see death
before he had seen the Christ of the Lord.
He came in the Spirit into the temple;
and when the parents brought in the child Jesus
to perform the custom of the law in regard to him,
he took him into his arms and blessed God, saying:
"Now, Master, you may let your servant go
in peace, according to your word,
for my eyes have seen your salvation,
which you prepared in the sight of all the peoples:
a light for revelation to the Gentiles,
and glory for your people Israel."
The child's father and mother were amazed at what was said about him;
and Simeon blessed them and said to Mary his mother,
"Behold, this child is destined
for the fall and rise of many in Israel,
and to be a sign that will be contradicted
Band you yourself a sword will pierceB
so that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed."
There was also a prophetess, Anna,
the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher.
She was advanced in years,
having lived seven years with her husband after her marriage,
and then as a widow until she was eighty-four.
She never left the temple,
but worshiped night and day with fasting and prayer.
And coming forward at that very time,
she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child
to all who were awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem.
When they had fulfilled all the prescriptions
of the law of the Lord,
they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth.
The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom;
and the favor of God was upon him.
http://onlineministries.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/daily.html
Even though I consider myself prayerful and mindful, I sometimes find it difficult to recognize Jesus in the many ways he shows up and is presented to me. I especially find it difficult to recognize Jesus in front of me when I am so deep in the hurts of life that hope seems far away. I also find it difficult to recognize Jesus when the world around me seems unfair, unjust, and unstable. Sometimes I am even surprised that in my quest for success, acknowledgment, love, peace of mind, and happiness, I am ultimately seeking, desiring, and waiting for Jesus to show up. I desire Jesus to be visible and present. I desire to see him clearly, know him, and rest in the knowledge that his presence means freedom, joy, and salvation.
Neither Simeon nor Anna were in an easy place in their life, yet they were so open to the Spirit of God that they could see clearly. They could see Jesus the Savior in the baby presented by his parents, Mary and Joseph. Simeon and Anna recognized him immediately. They saw him and knew he was the savior they had been waiting for.
Presented to us today is Jesus, whom we ultimately seek and desire. However, do we recognize him? It is easy to recognize Jesus when the communion host is presented and offered to us for spiritual nourishment. We receive Jesus with gladness at that moment because we had waited and longed for him before we walked into Church. It is easy to recognize Jesus on the cross because we remember he loved us enough to die for us. It is also easy to recognize Jesus in a smile we receive from another, a hug, or an act of kindness. Then suddenly, Jesus comes to us in a different way, a way that requires us to see through God's eyes, a way that requires us to trust the Spirit. How well do we do then? How clearly can we see?
I would like to say that I recognize Jesus in the face of everyone I meet, including those I find challenging to be around. I would like to say that I recognize Jesus in the moments when I am disappointed, heartbroken, angry, ill, rejected, uncertain, or sad. I would like to say that I could identify Jesus as soon as he comes into the room as a newborn, the homeless, or different in any way. I would like to say I recognize Jesus immediately without a doubt, but that would be a lie. I do try, but I fail most of the time.
Maybe it is not enough to just recognize Jesus or the presence of God. Maybe we also have to bear Christ as the word of God so that we may see clearly and also help others recognize Jesus when he is presented to them. The one whom we seek and the message we long to hear are presented to us today. Do we recognize him? Can we receive him? Are we ready to bear him? Are we ready to pay the price of discipleship?
Merciful and loving God, you are here. Help us see your face and grant us the grace to rejoice in your presence amongst us.
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DIE AND SHINE
“For my eyes have witnessed Your saving deed displayed for all the peoples to see: A revealing Light to the Gentiles.” —Luke 2:30-32
Today, throughout the world, the Church proclaims that Jesus is the Light to the nations and the Glory of Israel (Lk 2:32). However, “the Light came into the world, but men loved darkness rather than Light because their deeds were wicked” (Jn 3:19). Thus, Jesus was and is a “sign of contradiction” for “the downfall and the rise of many in Israel” (see Lk 2:34). The message of today’s feast day, the Presentation of Jesus, is highly controversial.
Jesus has promised to confirm the proclamation of the Gospel, including today’s Gospel passage, with signs and wonders (Mk 16:20). Tomorrow, we will use the candles which are blessed today. Through the blessing of throats tomorrow at the liturgy of St. Blaise, many will be healed and freed from the influence of the evil one. This will encourage all of us to accept the message of today’s feast — to accept Jesus as the Light of the world and the Light of our life (see Jn 8:12; cf Jn 1:9).
If we accept Jesus as our Light, we will become lights ourselves (Mt 5:14). We will be like candles, giving forth light by being consumed. Yet we are hesitant to lose our life in order to give our light. By the graces of today and tomorrow, die and shine.
Prayer: Father, may darkness not overcome my light (see Jn 1:5).
Promise: “He is like the refiner’s fire, or like the fuller’s lye. He will sit refining and purifying.” —Mal 3:2-3
Praise: Praise Jesus, God Incarnate, Who was made subject to the law for our sakes.
http://dailyscripture.servantsoftheword.org/readings/
What kind of authority and power does the Lord want you to exercise on his behalf? Jesus gave his apostles both the power and the authority to speak and to act in his name. He commanded them to do the works which he did - to heal the sick. to cast out evil spirits, and to speak the word of God - the good news of the gospel which they received from Jesus. When Jesus spoke of power and authority he did something unheard of. He wedded power and authority with self-sacrificing love and humility. The "world" and the "flesh" seek power for selfish gain. Jesus teaches us to use it for the good of our neighbor.
The Lord Jesus wants to work in and through each of us for his glory
Why does Jesus tell the apostles to "travel light" with little or no provision? "Poverty of spirit" frees us from greed and preoccupation with our possessions and makes ample room for God's provision. The Lord wants his disciples to be dependent on him and not on themselves. He wills to work in and through each of us for his glory. Are you ready to use the spiritual authority and power which God wishes you to exercise on his behalf? The Lord entrusts us with his gifts and talents. Are you eager to place yourself at his service, to do whatever he bids you, and to witness his truth and saving power to whomever he sends you?
Lord Jesus, make me a channel of your healing power and merciful love that others may find abundant life and freedom in you. Free me from all other attachments that I may joyfully pursue the treasure of your heavenly kingdom. May I witness the joy of the Gospel both in word and deed.
Psalm 48:2-11
2 Beautiful in elevation, is the joy of all the earth, Mount Zion, in the far north, the city of the great King.
3 Within her citadels God has shown himself a sure defense.
4 For behold, the kings assembled, they came on together.
5 As soon as they saw it, they were astounded, they were in panic, they took to flight;
6 trembling took hold of them there, anguish as of a woman in travail.
7 By the east wind you did shatter the ships of Tarshish.
8 As we have heard, so have we seen in the city of the LORD of hosts, in the city of our God, which God establishes for ever. [Selah]
9 We have thought on your steadfast love, O God, in the midst of your temple.
10 As your name, O God, so your praise reaches to the ends of the earth. Your right hand is filled with victory;
11 let Mount Zion be glad! Let the daughters of Judah rejoice because of your judgments!
Daily Quote from the Early Church Fathers: Jesus gives them power to heal and cast out evil spirits, by Cyril of Alexandria (376-444 AD)
"The grace bestowed upon the holy apostles is worthy of all admiration. But the bountifulness of the Giver surpasses all praise and admiration. He gives them, as I said, his own glory. They receive authority over the evil spirits. They reduce to nothing the pride of the devil that was so highly exalted and arrogant. They render ineffectual the demon's wickedness. By the might and efficacy of the Holy Spirit, burning them as if they were on fire, they make the devil come forth with groans and weeping from those whom he had possessed... "He glorified his disciples, therefore, by giving them authority and power over the evil spirits and over sicknesses. Did he honor them without reason and make them famous without any logical cause? How can this be true? It was necessary, most necessary, that they should be able to work miracles, having been publicly appointed ministers of sacred proclamations. By means of their works, they then could convince men that they were the ministers of God and mediators of all beneath the heaven. The apostles then could invite them all to reconciliation and justification by faith and point out the way of salvation and of life that is this justification." (excerpt from COMMENTARY ON LUKE, HOMILY 47)
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