For the Vigil Mass
Summary: A woman praised Jesus' mother, but Jesus said those who hear and obey God's word are truly blessed.
Gospel Acclamation: Blessed are they who hear the word of God and observe it. (Luke 11:28)
While Jesus was speaking, a woman from the crowd called out and said to him, “Blessed is the womb that carried you and the breasts at which you nursed.”
He replied, “Rather, blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.”
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