"The Presentation of the Lord - Glorious Yet Ordinary" — Presentation of the Lord Feast, Sun....

How do we reconcile the prophesy of a majestic King of Glory entering the temple with the ordinary simplicity of the actual visit made by the infant Jesus? Let us pray for the grace to recognize Jesus in ordinary people and circumstances. And let us present our ordinary selves to the Lord so that we may show God's glory. Catholic Mass Readings for the Presentation of the Lord, Sunday, February 2, 2025 First Reading: Malachi 3: 1-4 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 24: 7, 8, 9, 10 Second Reading: Hebrews 2: 14-18 Alleluia: Luke 2: 32 Gospel: Luke 2: 22-40 or Luke 2: 22-32