The Feast of The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Today we celebrate the birth of Mary, whose life sits at the heart of God's long plan of salvation. The first reading points to Bethlehem as the birthplace of a coming ruler, while the Gospel traces the family line that made his arrival possible — pausing to reveal the remarkable circumstances of Mary's own role in the story. Listen for how ancient promises and one woman's quiet faithfulness converge. Today's Readings: • First Reading: Micah 5:1-4a • Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 13:6ab, 6c • Gospel: Matthew 1:1-16, 18-23