Mass Readings

The Holy Family First reading Ecclesiasticus 3:2-6,12-14 He who fears the Lord respects his parents The Lord honours the father in his children, and upholds the

Saint John, Apostle, Evangelist First reading 1 John 1:1-4 The Word, who is life – this is our subject Something which has existed since the

Saint Stephen, the first Martyr First reading Acts 6:8-10,7:54-59 The martyrdom of Stephen Stephen was filled with grace and power and began to work miracles

Christmas Day First reading Isaiah 52:7-10 Rejoice, for the Lord is consoling his people How beautiful on the mountains,are the feet of one who brings

24 December First reading 2 Samuel 7:1-5,8-12,14,16 Your House and your sovereignty will always stand secure before me Once David had settled into his house

23 December, (commemoration of Saint John of Kęty, Priest) First reading Malachi 3:1-4,23-24 Before my day comes, I will send you Elijah my prophet The