Wednesday of the 4th Week of Ordinary Time

Today's readings explore the challenge of recognizing God's work when it comes through familiar people and circumstances. We hear how King David's heart troubles him after a grave mistake, leading him to seek God's mercy. The Gospel shows Jesus returning to his hometown, where the people's familiarity with him as "the carpenter" becomes a barrier to faith. Today's Readings: • First Reading: 2 Samuel 24:2, 9-17 • Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 32:1-2, 5, 6, 7 • Gospel: Mark 6:1-6