Daily Mass Reading and Reflection: Feast of St. Gregory the Great

Today, the universal Church celebrates the memorial of St. Gregory the Great, a pope of profound humility, wisdom, and pastoral care. As we begin, we acknowledge our sins and God’s boundless mercy.

• Lord, have mercy.

• Christ, have mercy.

• Lord, have mercy.

First Reading – 2 Corinthians 4:1-7

Paul reminds us that the treasure of the Gospel is carried in “earthenware jars”, fragile humanity, so that it may be clear that all power comes from God, not from us.

Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 96
Response: Proclaim his marvelous deeds to all the nations.

• Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord all the earth.

• Tell among the nations his glory, his wonders among all peoples.

• Proclaim to the nations: God is king; he will judge the peoples with fairness.

Gospel – Luke 22:24-30

A dispute arose among the apostles about greatness. Jesus reminded them that true greatness is not found in lording power over others but in serving. “I am among you as one who serves.” He promises that those who remain faithful will share in His kingdom.

Gospel Acclamation:
Alleluia, alleluia. I call you my friends, says the Lord, for I have made known to you all that the Father has told me. Alleluia.

Reflection

St. Gregory the Great lived this Gospel truth. Though elected pope reluctantly, he embraced the role as Servus servorum Dei, “Servant of the Servants of God.” In him, leadership was expressed through humility, wisdom, and service.

Paul’s reminder that we are fragile vessels yet filled with God’s treasure speaks directly to Gregory’s papacy. He reformed the liturgy, strengthened missionary outreach, and guided the Church through times of turmoil, not by worldly greatness but by faithful service.

The message for us: greatness in God’s kingdom lies in service, humility, and fidelity. Like Gregory, we are called not to seek titles or honors but to embody Christ’s love in action.

Prayer of the Faithful

• For the Church, that her leaders may imitate the humility and wisdom of St. Gregory.

• For those in authority, that they govern with justice and compassion.

• For the poor, the sick, and the forgotten, that they may experience God’s mercy.

• For our community, that we may live as servants of one another in Christ.

God bless you and have a wonderful day.

Pal Ronnie