The magi were overjoyed at seeing the star, and on entering the house, found the child with Mary, his mother. They prostrated themselves and did him homage. Then they opened their coffers and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Matthew 2.10-11 Matthew’s learned Gentiles, the magi, discover through their study of theContinue reading “A Gospel Reflection for January 8, Epiphany”
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Gospel Reflection for January 1, Mary Mother of God
Mary pondered all these words in her heart. Luke 2.19 For insight into Mary, the Mother of God on her feast day, Sunday’s gospel offers only the fact she has given birth and the single sentence above. That sentence turns on the single word pondered. This word suggests her character in the narrative. Mary pondersContinue reading “Gospel Reflection for January 1, Mary Mother of God”
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