FIRST READING A reading from the Book of the Prophet Jonah (Jonah 3 :1-10)The Ninevites turned from their evil way, and God repented. The word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you.” So Jonah arose and … [Read more…]
FIRST READING The beginning of the Book of the Prophet Jonah (Jonah 1:1-17; 2: 1.10)“Jonah rose to flee from the presence of the Lord.” Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry against it; for their wickedness has come up before … [Read more…]
FIRST READING A reading from the Book of Genesis (Genesis 2:18-24)“They become one flesh.” The LORD God said, “it is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a helper fit for him.” so out of the ground the LORD God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the … [Read more…]
FIRST READINGA reading from the Book of Baruch (Baruch 4:5-12.27-29)“For he who brought these calamities upon you will bring you joy.” Take courage, my people, O memorial of Israel! It was not for destruction that you were sold to the nations, but you were handed over to your enemies because you angered God. For you … [Read more…]
FIRST READINGA reading from the Book of Isaiah (Isaiah 11: 1-10)“With righteousness he will judge the poor.” On that day: There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots. And the Spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and … [Read more…]