Seventh Sunday after Epiphany

Introduction

Mercy. Mercy. Mercy. Joseph lives it in Egypt. Jesus preaches it in the gospel. The Spirit guides us into merciful lives with the power of forgiveness to reconcile what is fractured and divided. Such merciful living is the baptismal blessing of having put on Christ. It is the gift of the life-giving Spirit. It is a reflection of the glory of God revealed in the Christ.

Readings and Psalm

• Genesis 45:3-11, 15
  Joseph forgives his brothers
• Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40
  The lowly shall possess the land; they will delight in abundance of peace. (Ps. 37:11)
• 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50
  The mystery of the resurrection of the body
• Luke 6:27-38
  Love your enemies