St Andrew Catholic Church, Orozo Abuja

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A

Behold the Lamb of God

January 18, 2026

Reading 1, Isaiah 49:3,5-6, Psalm, 140:2 and 4ab.7-8a.8b-9.10, Reading 2, 1 Corinthians 1:1-3, Gospel, John 1:29-34

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,After celebrating the great feasts of Christmas and the Baptism of the Lord, the Church now leads us into Ordinary Time — not ordinary becau...

The Baptism of the Lord (Year A)

This Is My Beloved Son.

January 11, 2026

Reading 1, Isaiah 42:1-4.6-7, Psalm, 29:1a and 2.3ac-4.3b and 9c-10, Reading 2, Acts 10.34-38, Gospel, Matthew 3:13-17

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,Today we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, which brings the Christmas season to an end and opens the door to Jesus’ public min...

The Epiphany Of The Lord

Christ Revealed to All Nations.

January 4, 2026

Reading 1, Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm, 72:1-2.7-8.10-11.12-13, Reading 2, Ephesians 3:2-3a.5-6, Gospel, Matthew 2:1-12

The Magi: Seekers of TruthIn today’s Gospel, wise men from the East follow a star. They are foreigners, Gentiles, people outside the chos...

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph - Year A

The Holy Family: A School of Love, Faith, and Obedience.

December 28, 2025

Reading 1, Sirach 3:2-6.12-14, Psalm, 128:1-2.3.4-5, Reading 2, Colossians 3:12-21, Gospel, Matthew 2:13-15.19-23

Brothers and sisters in Christ,Just after celebrating the joy of Christmas, the Church invites us today to reflect on the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. This is not by...

Fourth Sunday of Advent Year A

God Is With Us.

December 21, 2025

Reading 1, Isaiah 7:10-14, Psalm, 24:1-2.3-4ab.5-6, Reading 2, Romans 1:1-7, Gospel, Matthew 1:18-24

Brothers and sisters in Christ,We have arrived at the Fourth Sunday of Advent, just days before Christmas.The waiting is almost over. The lights are up, the plans are made,...

Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday) Year A

Rejoice! The Lord Is Near

December 14, 2025

Reading 1, Isaiah 35:1-6a.10, Psalm,146:6c-7.8-9a.9bc-10 , Reading 2, James 5:7-10, Gospel, Matthew 11:2-11

Brothers and sisters in Christ,Today is Gaudete Sunday. The word Gaudete means “Rejoice!”That is why the priest may wear rose-colored vestme...

Second Sunday of Advent Year A

Prepare the Way of the Lord — Make Room for Jesus.

December 7, 2025

Reading 1, Isaiah 11:1-10, Psalm, 72:1-2.7-8.12-13.17, Reading 2, Romans 15:4-9, Gospel, Matthew 3:1-12

Brothers and sisters in Christ,Today, the Church continues her Advent journey with a strong and urgent message: Prepare!Advent is not just a countdown to Christmas; it is a...

First Sunday of Advent Year A

Stay Awake! The Lord Is Near.

November 30, 2025

Reading 1, Isaiah 2:1-5, Psalm, 122:1-2.4-5.5-7.8-9, Reading 2, Romans 13:11-14a, Gospel, Matthew 24:37-44

Today, we begin a new liturgical year with the beautiful season of Advent—a time of hope, expectation, and preparation. Advent reminds us that our Christian journey is not just about looking backwa...

Solemnity of Christ the King

A king like no other

November 23, 2025

Reading 1, 2 Samuel 5:1-3, Psalm, 122:1-2.4-5, Reading 2, Colossians 1: 12-20, Gospel, Luke 23: 35-43

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe—the final Sunday of the liturgical year. It is a powerful reminder that Jesus is the beginni...

Thirty third sunday in ordinary time Year C

Stand Firm. Your Redemption Is Near.

November 16, 2025

Reading 1, Malachi 4:1-2a, Psalm 98:5-6.7-9ab, 9bc, Reading 2, 2 Thessalonians 3: 7 - 12, Gospel, Luke 21:5-19

We are now at the very end of the liturgical year. Next week is Christ the King, then Advent begins. So, the Church gives us readings today that speak about the end times, ...

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