Epiphany readings will be posted throughout the day: morning, midday, afternoon, and evening prayers.

ISAIAH 60:1-6

¹   Arise, shine; for your light has come,
and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you.
²   For darkness shall cover the earth,
and thick darkness the peoples;
but the LORD will arise upon you,
and his glory will appear over you.
³   Nations shall come to your light,
and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

⁴   Lift up your eyes and look around;
they all gather together, they come to you;
your sons shall come from far away,
and your daughters shall be carried on their nurses’ arms.
⁵   Then you shall see and be radiant;
your heart shall thrill and rejoice,
because the abundance of the sea shall be brought to you,
the wealth of the nations shall come to you.
⁶   A multitude of camels shall cover you,
the young camels of Midian and Ephah;
all those from Sheba shall come.
They shall bring gold and frankincense,
and shall proclaim the praise of the LORD.

• Light a candle to remember Christ’s presence with you.
• Sit five to fifteen minutes in silent meditation paying close attention to the deep breath.
• What gifts do you want to bring to the Christ child today?
• What obstacles must you overcome to bring them to him?  What distance must you travel?
• Who will travel with you?
• What anticipation do you carry in your hearts as you get close to the Holy Family?
• When you see the Christ child, how will you present your gifts, what words will you say to him?
• What is the child’s response for you?
• What is God’s message for you?
• Give thanks to God for this time in prayer and for any new insights you have received.
• Share as you feel led in the reply box below.

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Friday, January 6, 2017, the Epiphany of the Lord (Year A)