In today’s Gospel (Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21), we witness the powerful moment when Jesus, in the synagogue at Nazareth, declares the fulfillment of Isaiah’s prophecy: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring glad dings to the poor.” This moment marks the inauguration of His public ministry and reveals His mission to bring hope, healing, and libera on. For us, this declaration is not just a historical event but a call to reflect on how Christ’s mission continues through His body, the Church.

The Gospel reading for today takes us to the wedding feast at Cana, where Jesus performs His first public miracle by turning water into wine. This event, rich in symbolism, offers us a profound lesson in obedience, faith, and the transformative power of Christ’s presence. At the heart of the story are the simple yet powerful words of Mary to the servants: “Do whatever he tells you.” These words echo through me as a guiding principle for all who seek to follow Christ.

The Baptism of the Lord marks the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry, and in today’s Gospel (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22), we witness a profound moment of divine revelation. As Jesus is bap zed by John, the heavens open, the Holy Spirit descends upon Him in the form of a dove, and the voice of the Father proclaims, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.” This event is a powerful affirmation of Jesus’ identity and mission, but it also invites us to reflect on our own baptism and the transformative grace it brings to our lives.

The Epiphany of the Lord celebrates the manifestation of Christ to the Gen les, symbolized by the magi following the star to Bethlehem. The Gospel from Matthew (2:1-12) recounts how the magi, guided by a celestial sign, journeyed from the East to find the newborn King. They came seeking not power or prestige, but truth and salvation, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh- offerings that acknowledge Jesus as King, God, and Savior. This narrative reflects the universality of Christ’s mission and calls us to recognize His light in our lives.