January 28
St Thomas Aquinas
Feast shown for the year 2027; movable feasts can vary from year to year.
St Thomas Aquinas stands as one of the most influential theologians and philosophers in the history of the Catholic Church. Born in the 13th century in Italy, he became a Dominican friar whose works, particularly the 'Summa Theologiae,' have shaped Catholic theology and Western thought ever since. Living during a period of vibrant intellectual activity, St Thomas engaged deeply with the writings of Aristotle, integrating reason and faith in a way that continues to inspire. His humility, devotion to the Eucharist, and commitment to truth are central to his spiritual legacy.
The Church celebrates St Thomas Aquinas not only for his intellectual contributions but also for his sanctity and charity. He is seen as a model for those seeking the harmony of faith and reason, and his insights reinforce the Church’s understanding of God, creation, and human destiny. His ideas on the relationship between grace and nature, and his lyrical hymns to the Eucharist, reflect a profound spiritual life rooted in prayer and contemplation. St Thomas is honored as a Doctor of the Church, and his feast invites Catholics to pursue wisdom, charity, and humble fidelity to the truth.
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Liturgical texts of January 28, 2027
The liturgical day
Mass readings
ReadingHe 10, 19-25
Brothers,
it is with confidence
that we can enter into the true sanctuary
thanks to the blood of Jesus:
there we have a new and living way
that he inaugurated for us by passing through the curtain of the Sanctuary;
now, this curtain is his flesh.
And we have the perfect high priest,
the one appointed over the house of God.
So let us draw near to God
with a sincere heart
and in the fullness of faith,
with hearts cleansed from what stains our conscience,
and bodies washed with pure water.
Let us hold unwavering to our affirmation of hope,
for he who has promised is faithful.
Let us be attentive to one another
to encourage each other to live in love and do good works.
Let us not neglect our gatherings,
as some have made a habit,
but let us encourage one another,
all the more as you see the Day of the Lord drawing near.
– The word of the Lord.
Psalm23 (24), 1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6
The earth and its riches belong to the Lord,
the world and all its inhabitants!
It is he who set it firm on the seas
and keeps it unwavering over the waters.
Who can climb the mountain of the Lord
and stand in his holy place?
The one with clean hands and pure heart,
who does not lift up his soul to idols.
He receives a blessing from the Lord,
and justice from God his savior.
Here is the people that seeks him!
Here is Jacob, who seeks your face!
GospelMc 4, 21-25
At that time,
Jesus said to the crowd:
“Is a lamp brought in
to be put under a basket or under the bed?
Is it not to be placed on the lampstand?
For nothing is hidden
except to be revealed;
nothing was kept secret
except to come to light.
If anyone has ears to hear,
let him hear!”
He also said to them:
“Pay attention to what you hear!
The measure you use
will also be used for you,
and even more will be given to you.
For whoever has,
more will be given;
whoever does not have,
even what he has will be taken away.”
— Let us acclaim the Word of God.
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