Daily Readings - Sun Jul 06 2025

¹⁰Rejoice with Jerusalem, and exult in her, all you who love her! Rejoice greatly with her, all you who mourn over her¹¹So may you nurse and be filled, from the breasts of her consolations. So may you receive milk and overflow with delights, from every portion of her glory¹²For thus says the Lord: Behold, I will turn a river of peace toward her, with an inundating torrent: the glory of the Gentiles, from which you will nurse. You will be carried at the breasts, and they will caress you upon the knees¹³In the manner of one whom a mother caresses, so will I console you. And you will be consoled in Jerusalem¹⁴You will see, and your heart will be glad, and your bones will flourish like a plant, and the hand of the Lord will be known to his servants, and he will be angry with his enemies

Galatians

Chapter 6

¹⁴But far be it from me to glory, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom the world is crucified to me, and I to the world¹⁵For in Christ Jesus, neither circumcision nor uncircumcision prevails in any way, but instead there is a new creature¹⁶And whoever follows this rule: may peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God¹⁷Concerning other matters, let no one trouble me. For I carry the stigmata of the Lord Jesus in my body¹⁸May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brothers. Amen

Luke

Chapter 10

¹Then, after these things, the Lord also designated another seventy-two. And he sent them in pairs before his face, into every city and place where he was to arrive²And he said to them: "Certainly the harvest is great, but the workers are few. Therefore, ask the Lord of the harvest to send workers into his harvest³Go forth. Behold, I send you out like lambs among wolves⁴Do not choose to carry a purse, nor provisions, nor shoes; and you shall greet no one along the way⁵Into whatever house you will have entered, first say, ‘Peace to this house.⁶And if a son of peace is there, your peace will rest upon him. But if not, it will return to you⁷And remain in the same house, eating and drinking the things that are with them. For the worker is worthy of his pay. Do not choose to pass from house to house⁸And into whatever city you have entered and they have received you, eat what they set before you⁹And cure the sick who are in that place, and proclaim to them, ‘The kingdom of God has drawn near to you.

Sermon

In today's readings, we encounter powerful messages of hope, transformation, and mission. The first reading from Isaiah invites us to rejoice with Jerusalem, promising consolation and abundance from God's glory. This passage, written to exiles, offers comfort and the hope of restoration, emphasizing God's nurturing care. The second reading from Galatians, part of Paul's letter, underscores the significance of the cross of Christ, where true glory lies. Paul highlights that in Christ, old distinctions fade, and a new creation emerges, calling believers to live in peace and mercy. The Gospel from Luke narrates Jesus sending out 72 disciples, instructing them to trust in God's providence as they spread the kingdom's message, relying on the hospitality of others and focusing on their mission. These readings interweave themes of divine care and transformative faith. Isaiah's consolation and Galatians' new creation both reflect the hope and renewal found in Christ, which Luke's passage extends into active mission. Together, they illustrate God's enduring care and the call to embody the new life in Christ. In our daily lives, these readings invite us to trust in God's providence, find joy in His consolation, and actively participate in spreading His message. The moral lesson is clear: live as new creations in Christ, trusting in His care and embracing the mission to share His love with others.