January 18th, 2025, Saturday of the first week in ordinary time.

A reading from the letter to the Hebrews.

The Word of God is living and effective, sharper than any two-edged sword,

penetrating even between soul and spirit, joints and marrow, and able to discern reflections

and thoughts of the heart. No creature is concealed from him, but everything is naked and

exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must render an account.

Since we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God,

let us hold fast to our confession.

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses,

but one who has similarly been tested in every way, yet without sin.

So let us confidently approach the throne of grace to receive mercy and to find grace for timely help.

The word of the Lord. Responsorial Psalm. The response is,

Your words, Lord, are spirit and life.

The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul.

The decree of the Lord is trustworthy, giving wisdom to the simple.

Your words, Lord, are spirit and life. The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart.

The command of the Lord is clear, enlightening the eye.

Your words, Lord, are spirit and life.

The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever.

The ordinances of the Lord are true, all of them just.

Your words, Lord, are spirit and life.

Let the words of my mouth and the thought of my heart

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