Today the Church celebrates the Baptism of the Lord. The assigned readings are Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 Acts 10:34-38;
and Luke 3:15-16, 21-22. The Responsorial Psalm is from Psalm 29 (Psalm 29:1-4, 3, 9-10).
For one version of the Responsorial Psalm set to music, please visit:
YouTube: Responsorial Psalm (Psalm 29) The Lord will Bless His People with Peace
The Gospel reading is as follows:
The people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Christ. John answered them all, saying, "I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire."
After all the people had been baptized and Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, heaven was opened and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, "You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased."
Reflections on these readings:
Oblates of St. Francis de Sales: Salesian Sunday Reflections: Baptism of the Lord January 9, 2022
Oblates of St. Francis de Sales: Sundays Salesian: Baptism of the Lord January 9, 2022
Crossroads Initiative: Baptism of the Lord and the Sacrament of Confirmation