Tuesday of Week 3 in Ordinary Time
First Reading
2 Samuel 6:12–15, 17–19
David brings the ark of God from the house of Obed-edom to the Citadel of David with great rejoicing. When the bearers had gone six paces, David offered sacrifices and then danced before the Lord with all his might, clothed only in a linen ephod. After placing the ark in the tent he had prepared, David blessed the people and distributed food among all Israel.
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 23(24):7–10
“Lift up your heads, O gates; be lifted, you ancient doors; that the King of glory may come in.” The psalm calls all creation to welcome the Lord of hosts whose presence fills the earth with holiness.
Gospel
Mark 3:31–35
While Jesus was speaking to the crowd, his mother and brothers stood outside and sent word to him. Someone told Jesus that his family was outside seeking him. Jesus replied, “Who are my mother and my brothers?” Looking at those seated around him, he said, “Here are my mother and my brothers. Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother.”
Reflection
Today’s readings invite us into joyful worship and a deeper understanding of what it means to be family in Christ. David’s exuberant dance before the ark expresses an unrestrained joy in God’s presence, reminding us that the Lord deserves praise with all our heart and strength.
The psalmist’s call to open wide the gates to the King of glory echoes our own call to welcome God into every part of our lives. As David welcomed the ark into Jerusalem, we too are invited to welcome Christ into the centre of our hearts.
In the Gospel, Christ expands the notion of family beyond biological ties to include all who do the will of God. True discipleship, then, is not measured by heritage but by a life shaped by obedience to God and love for others.
Taken together, these readings encourage us to rejoice in God’s presence, open our lives to his reign, and commit ourselves to doing his will as members of Christ’s family.
A moment of pause
Where are you called today to welcome the Lord with joy and to live more fully according to God’s will?
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