Jan 30, 2023
HOLY GOSPEL: Matthew 5:1-12
1When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and
after he sat down, his disciples came to
him. 2Then he began to speak, and taught them,
saying:
3“Blessed are the poor in
spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4“Blessed are those who
mourn, for they will be comforted.
5“Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
6“Blessed are those who
hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be
filled.
7“Blessed are the
merciful, for they will receive mercy.
8“Blessed are the pure in
heart, for they will see God.
9“Blessed are the
peacemakers, for they will be called children of
God.
10“Blessed are those who
are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom
of heaven.
11“Blessed are you when
people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil
against you falsely on my account. 12Rejoice and be glad, for
your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted
the prophets who were before you.”