The Solemnity of Saint Joseph Husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Today's readings celebrate the feast of Saint Joseph by exploring how God works through faithful fathers to fulfill his promises. We hear how God promised David that his lineage would endure forever, while the Gospel reveals how Joseph, as a righteous man, trusted God's plan when called to be the earthly father of Jesus. Today's Readings: • First Reading: 2 Samuel 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16 • Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 89:2-3, 4-5, 27 and 29 • Second Reading: Romans 4:13, 16-18, 22 • Gospel: Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a