Why this matters today
The Epiphany celebrates the revelation of Christ to the nations, embodied in the journey of the Magi following the star to adore the infant King. This feast invites us to recognise Christ not just as Saviour of Israel but Saviour of all people.
First Reading
Isaiah 60:1–6
Arise, shine, for your light has come. Nations and kings draw near with gifts, drawn by the radiance of the Lord’s glory rising upon you.
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 71(72):1–2,7–8,10–13
Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.
Second Reading
Ephesians 3:2–3,5–6
Paul reveals the mystery now made known by the Spirit: pagans share the same inheritance in Christ, becoming members of the same body.
Alleluia
Matthew 2:2
We have seen his star in the East and have come to adore the Lord.
Gospel
Matthew 2:1–12
Wise men from the East, guided by a star, come to worship Jesus, the newborn King. They offer gold, frankincense, and myrrh — homage to the Lord — and return home by another way, having encountered Christ.
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