Newsletter January 11th 2026 / The Baptism of the Lord

Mass Readings for the Baptism of the Lord

• First Reading – Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7: The Lord’s chosen servant will bring justice quietly and gently. He will be a light to the nations, opening blind eyes and freeing prisoners.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 29: Give glory to the Lord, whose powerful and majestic voice is over the waters. He is king forever and will bless his people with peace.
• Second Reading – Acts 10:34-38: Peter tells Cornelius and his guests that God accepts anyone who respects Him and does good, mentioning Jesus’ message of peace and healing.
• Gospel – Matthew 3:13-17: Jesus gets baptized by John, despite John’s initial hesitation. As Jesus emerges from the water, the heavens open, the Holy Spirit descends, and God declares Jesus as His beloved Son.