January 2023

2023 is Year A in the Sunday liturgical cycle and Year 1 in the weekday cycle. See Mass readings resources for specific Sundays and feast days in January 2023 here.

Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God

January 1, 2023

The Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God is a celebration of Mary’s role as the mother of Jesus. The readings highlight her importance and the visit of the shepherds to the Holy Family after Jesus’ birth. They invite us to reflect on Mary’s motherly role, the joys and challenges of parenthood, and our identity as children of God.

The Feast of the Epiphany of Our Lord

January 8, 2023

The Feast of the Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Jesus as the Messiah, with the wise men visiting Him and offering gifts. The readings invite us to seek a closer relationship with God, embrace diversity, and follow the guiding signs in our lives.

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 15, 2023

The readings for the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A call us to embrace holiness and proclaim the redemption brought by Jesus. They highlight the purpose of being a servant of the Lord and the significance of baptism as a means of making Jesus known to others.

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 22, 2023

The readings for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A remind us that Jesus has brought salvation and calls us to share this good news with others. They emphasize the new era of freedom and salvation ushered in by Jesus, reaffirm the Lord as our source of salvation, highlight the importance of unity in evangelization, and depict Jesus calling His disciples to join Him in spreading the Good News.

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

January 29, 2023

The Mass Readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A emphasize the importance of seeking the Lord, recognizing His blessings, and living according to the Beatitudes. The themes for this week revolve around actively seeking God, acknowledging His faithfulness, and embracing the values taught by Jesus in the Beatitudes.