The Memorial of Saint Maria Goretti

Today's readings explore the tender faithfulness of God, who draws close not with demands but with love. The first reading offers a striking image of God renewing a broken relationship with gentleness and care, while the Gospel presents two people reaching out in desperate need — and finding that simple trust is met with healing. On the feast of Saint Maria Goretti, whose own life bore witness to courageous love, these readings invite us to hear how deeply that love runs. Today's Readings: • First Reading: Hosea 2:16, 17c-18, 21-22 • Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 145:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 • Gospel: Matthew 9:18-26