Thursday, January 1, 2026
St. Mary, Mother of GodNumbers 6:22-27
This is how you shall bless the Israelites. Say to them: “The Lord bless you and keep you! The Lord let his face shine upon you, and be gracious to you! The Lord look upon you kindly and give you peace!”
Instructions to Moses for blessing the people: “The Lord bless you and keep you! The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you! The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace!”
Galatians 4:4-7
God sent the spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!”
Luke 2:16-21
“Then the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen.”
Biblical texts: NAB-RE
Normand Thomas.