Today's Reading | December 24, 2024
Luke 2:1–21
Introduction Luke 2:1–21: Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem where Jesus is born. Angels announce the news of his birth to shepherds in a nearby field. The shepherds hurry off and find the baby Jesus in a manger. Today’s reading concludes with the naming and circumcision of Jesus eight days after his birth in accordance with the Law of Moses…
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