Mass Readings and Reflection January 2nd 2026

First Reading: (1 John 2:22–28)

Responsorial Psalm

(Psalm 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4)
R. All the ends of the earth have seen the saving power of God.
 

Alleluia Verse :(Hebrews 1:1-2)

Alleluia, alleluia.
In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets; in these last days, He has spoken to us through His Son.
Alleluia.

Gospel: (John 1:19–28)

Reflection 

Today’s readings invite us to reflect on who Jesus truly is and how we respond to that revelation.

In the First Reading, St. John challenges us to hold fast to the truth we have received from the beginning: that Jesus Christ is Lord. In a world where many voices compete for our loyalty, John reminds us that faithfulness to Christ is rooted not in clever arguments but in remaining in Him, grounded in His love and truth.

The Gospel highlights the testimony of John the Baptist. When questioned about his identity and mission, John points clearly to the one who is to come, Jesus, the Lamb of God. His role wasn’t to draw attention to himself but to point others toward the Savior.

Reflection:
Ask yourself: Do I confidently proclaim Jesus as the Christ in my life? Am I like John the Baptist, willing to step aside so that Christ may take center stage in my heart and in the world?

Through prayer and witness, may we also become voices pointing others to the Lord, embodying His love and truth in all we do. 

Amen 🙏