The First Reading, Responsorial Psalm, and Second Reading aren’t just filler before we get to the Gospel, they’re important readings that have been carefully selected for each Sunday. Dr. Sri explains how the First Reading helps lead us to a greater understanding of the Gospel, the Psalm mimics the heavenly choirs of angels and the way Jesus might have prayed, and shares several tips on receiving God’s words for you during these readings.
Have you ever noticed the connections between the Old Testament and the Gospel during Mass?What is one word or phrase from Scripture that has recently stood out to you, and how might God be speaking through it?How can you more actively engage your heart in the Responsorial Psalm as a response to God’s Word?What new habits, like reading along with Scripture or reflecting afterwards, might add to your experience of the Liturgy of the Word?