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Leviticus 19: 1-2, 17-18
Being holy means not hating our brothers and sisters and not taking vengeance.
1 Corinthians 3: 16-23
Paul tells us that we bear the presence of God within us for we are God’s temple.
Matthew 5: 38-48
Jesus commands us not to reciprocate violence and teaches us to love our enemies.
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Isaiah 58: 7-10
God speaks to our heart, urging us to live lives of solidarity and mercy.
1 Corinthians 2: 1-5
How Paul explained the Gospel: very simply, and relying on the Holy Spirit.
Matthew 5: 13-16
Jesus encourages us to let our light shine in the sight of the world.
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Malachi 3: 1-4
The fifth-century BC prophet Malachi foresees a time when the Lord will ‘enter his Temple’.
Hebrews 2: 14-18
The genuine humanity of Jesus is underlined: he became completely like his brothers and sisters, complying with the rituals of his people.
Luke 2: 22-40
The story of how Mary and Joseph fulfilled the Law, but also how Jesus made his first appearance in the Temple and was recognised as saviour of all, Jew and Gentile alike.
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Isaiah 8:23 – 9:3
The prophet speaks of a light to enlighten the people.
1 Corinthians 1:10–13. 17
Paul appeals to his readers to be united in mind and heart – acting otherwise would rob the cross of Christ of its power.
Matthew 4: 12-23
Jesus says to his first disciples, “Follow me”, and immediately they follow him.
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Isaiah 49: 3. 5-6
The chosen one of God is the light of the nations who will bring salvation to the ends of the earth.
1 Corinthians 1: 1-3
Paul’s greeting to his community is of grace and peace in the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
John 1: 29-34
The chosen one of God will baptize with the Holy Spirit.