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Saturday 27 December 2025

Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist – Feast.

Readings of the Day

• First Reading: 1 John 1:1–4
• Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 96(97):1–2, 5–6, 11–12

“Rejoice, you just, in the Lord.”

• Gospel: John 20:2–8

Introduction

Today the Church celebrates Saint John, the beloved disciple. While Christmas shows us the birth of Love, Saint John shows us the experience of Love. He saw, touched, and lived with the Word of Life. His faith was born from love, closeness, and deep communion with Jesus.

One Main Point

To believe in Christ is to live in loving communion and bear joyful witness. (1 John 1:3–4; John 20:8)

Saint John does not argue or explain much; he testifies. He believes because he loves, and he loves because he has encountered Jesus. At the empty tomb, he “saw and believed.” Faith is not only understanding it is relationship.

Concrete examples

• A Christian who lives kindness and truth without making noise.
• Someone who remains faithful in prayer even without answers.
• A believer who shows love and unity in a divided family or community.

Way forward in daily life

• Stay close to Jesus through prayer and the Eucharist.
• Live faith through love, not arguments.
• Let your joy and peace become a silent witness to Christ.

Summary of the Main Point

True faith flows from love and leads to joyful witness. “He saw and he believed.” (John 20:8)

Prayer: Lord Jesus, like Saint John, help me to remain close to you. Deepen my faith through love, and make my life a joyful witness to your Word of Life. Amen.