Jesus' Baptism and the Mass of Humanity

The Baptism of the Lord (Year C)

Scripture

Isaiah 43:1-7; Psalm 29; Acts 8:14-17; Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

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Prayer

God, your voice moves over the waters. Immerse us in your grace, mark us with your images, and raise us to live our baptismal vows empowered by the Holy Spirit and the example of Christ our Lord, in whose name we pray. Amen. (Revised Common Lectionary)

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Reflection

As the people …