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In today’s Gospel (Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21), we witness Jesus reading from the scroll of Isaiah in the synagogue of Nazareth. He declares, “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me… He has sent me to proclaim good news to the poor, liberty to captives, sight to the blind, freedom for the oppressed, and to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” Jesus announces that He is the fulfillment of this prophecy.
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Today's Gospel (John 2:1-11) recounts the first miracle of Jesus at the wedding feast in Cana, where He turned water into wine. This moment reveals both the compassion of Jesus and the role of Mary in leading us to Him.
The story begins with a crisis—there is no more wine, a situation that would have been deeply embarrassing for the host. Mary, with her motherly heart, notices the need and turns to Jesus, saying, “They have no wine.” Even when Jesus seems hesitant, Mary responds with deep faith and instructs the servants: “Do whatever He tells you.”
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Today, we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, a moment that marks the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry. As Jesus humbly steps into the waters of the Jordan, He aligns Himself with sinners, not because He needed repentance, but to show solidarity with humanity and to fulfill God’s plan of salvation. In this moment, the heavens open, and the Father proclaims, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased” (Matthew 3:17). The Holy Spirit descends like a dove, affirming Jesus’ identity and mission. This powerful scene reveals the fullness of the Trinity and reminds us of our own baptism, where we, too, are claimed as beloved children of God.
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Today, we celebrate the Epiphany of the Lord, the manifestation of Jesus to the nations. The visit of the Magi reminds us that Jesus came not just for Israel but for all humanity. The star that guided the wise men symbolizes the light of Christ that reaches every corner of the world.
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