CALENDARIO / Calendario Cinquepani EN

01 gen 2025

01 January 2024 COPIA

English translation of Tavodo 2025 Calendar

1/1 WED Solemnity of the HOLY MOTHER OF GOD [P]

Num 6:22-27; Ps 66; Gal 4:4-7; Lk 2:16-21

The shepherds found Mary and Joseph and the child
Lk 2:16

Obeying the angels who appeared in the glory of God, the shepherds come to meet Jesus, along with Mary, his mother, and Joseph. Jesus, God with us, gives us the opportunity to live all his relationships, both human and divine. And Mary and Joseph allow us to experience the beauty of their pure love. Thus, every day of this new year is blessed!

2/1 THU Memorial of Saints Basil the Great († 379) and Gregory Nazianzen († 390), Bishops and Doctors of the Church [P]

1 Jn 2:22-28; Ps 97; Jn 1:19-28

I am not worthy to untie the strap of his sandal Jn 1:27

John the Baptist is responding to the investigative commission sent by the Jews. Referring to the Levirate law, he publicly declares that he has no rights over the "Bride," which is the people of God. He, John, is merely the voice preparing the way for the Lord who is to come.

You, Jesus, are the Messiah, the Bridegroom, who frees us from the slavery of the Law to make us know the love of God.

3/1 FRI Memorial of the Most Holy Name of Jesus [P]

1 Jn 2:29 - 3:6; Ps 97; Jn 1:29-34

He is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit Jn 1:33

John the Baptist, enlightened by the Father, and after seeing the Holy Spirit descend upon Jesus like a dove at the Jordan, confidently affirms that it is Jesus who baptizes us, immerses us in the Holy Spirit. This happens when we welcome Him with His Word and His brothers.

5/1 SUN 2nd Sunday after Christmas [II]

Sir 24:1-4,8-12; Psalm 147; Eph 1:3-6,15-18; Jn 1:1-18

The Word was with God Jn 1:1

In this Christmas, we have welcomed Him, the Word, the Heart, the Son of the Father, God Himself. His life, from eternity, is to be "with" the Father, reaching towards Him, desiring to do only His will alone, to immerse Himself in Him, to manifest Him and to communicate Him to every man. Thank you, Father! Thank you, Jesus!

6/1 MON EPIPHANY OF THE LORD [P]

Is 60:1-6; Ps 71; Eph 3:2-3a,5-6; Mt 2:1-12

Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews?
Mt 2:2

It is the Magi, Wise Men from the East, who ask this question. For them, the birth was certain; they had "seen his star at its rising" and it had led them to Jerusalem. Herod, along with all the people, was amazed and troubled by this. However, the prophecy of Micah confirmed the discovery of the pagans: "And you, Bethlehem, ... from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel." Thank you, Jesus, for being in the world: we can adore you!

7/1 TUE Weekday [P]

(Memorial: St. Raymond of Peñafort, priest, † 1275; Diocesan Proper-TN: memorial: St. Valentine, bishop)

1 Jn 3:22 - 4:6; Ps 2; Mt 4:12-17,23-25

Jesus went throughout all Galilee. Mt 4:23

Jesus begins his mission, learning from John the Baptist. He repeats, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand": it has arrived. He demonstrates this with signs and wonders of healing and liberation. He is the true and new King sent by God. The Church, throughout the centuries, continues to proclaim this good news, confirmed by the presence of the Risen Jesus.

8/1 WED Weekday [P]

1 Jn 4:7-10; Psalm 71; Mk 6:34-44

How many loaves do you have? Mk 6:38

The disciples have a problem: the five thousand men listening to Jesus need to eat. They go to Jesus and propose a solution. But Jesus, from his heart as a shepherd, offers another solution: they themselves should make available, with generosity, the little they have, and the love of the Father will add the rest, abundantly.

9/1 THU Weekday [P]

1 Jn 4:11-18; Ps 71; Mk 6:45-52

Take heart, it is I Mk 6:50

They believed that the man walking on the sea at night, while the wind was against them and the boat was being battered by the waves, was a ghost. But then they heard his voice: "Take heart, it is I!"

Jesus, you always want to help me, save me, defend me, even in desperate situations. You love me, thank you.

10/1 FRI Weekday [P]

1 Jn 4:19 - 5:4; Ps 71; Lk 4:14-22

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me Lk 4:18

Jesus, having returned from the desert, begins his mission. In the synagogue of Nazareth, where the community gathers for prayer, He is given the Word that will guide and strengthen Him until the Cross. In the Scripture, the love of the Father has also foretold the life and mission of every baptized person: to bring and spread the Spirit of the Lord!

11/1 SAT Weekday [P]

1 Jn 5:5-13, 4; Ps 147; Lk 5:12-16

Jesus is the Son of God 1 Jn 5:5

Whoever believes in Jesus, the Son of God, placing Him at the forefront of their existence, lives a new life, free from allurements and lies offered by the world: pleasures, comfort, selfishness that oppress... For this reason, he will be misunderstood and persecuted. O Holy Spirit, help us to persevere in this faith so that the world may believe!

12/1 SUN BAPTISM OF THE LORD Year C [P]

Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 103; Titus 2:11-14; 3:4-7; Lk 3:15-16, 21-22

While Jesus was praying, heaven opened Lk 3:21

Jesus had gone to John the Baptist to ask for baptism. Surely He did not need purification from sins, but by standing in line with sinners, he began the journey of humility that would culminate on the cross. Faced with such humility, the Father cannot remain silent: He reveals Jesus as His beloved Son. In Him and through Him, the heavens open: through the Holy Spirit, man can now communicate with God.

13/1 MON 1ST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

(memorial: St. Hilary, bishop and doctor, † 367)

Heb 1:1-6; Psalm 96; Mk 1:14-20

The kingdom of God has come near Mk 1:15

Jesus begins to proclaim the presence of the Father among men: He Himself is this presence of saving love, which gives life! He also calls me, and you, to accompany him in His mission.

Thank you, Jesus, for the gift of collaborating with you!

14/1 TUE 1ST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

Heb 2:5-12; Ps 8; Mk 1:21-28

You have crowned him with glory and honor Heb 2:7

Man is crowned with glory and honor: I, you, every person created in God's image and destined for his glory. United to Jesus, who has conquered death, we can attain the fullness of His divine life. Throughout our journey, let us remember and respect the dignity of every person loved by God.

15/1 WED 1ST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

(Feast Day: St. Romedius, hermit in the diocese of Trent)

Heb 2:14-18; Ps 104; Mk 1:29-39

He takes care of the descendants of Abraham
Heb 2:16

Jesus takes care of his people, that is, all men who suffer because of sin and the fear of death, and who, with trust and humility, turn to Him. Like the suffering people mentioned in today's Gospel, I approach Jesus with determination. He will heal and restore me, enabling me to care for my brothers and sisters in Christ.

16/1 THU 1ST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

Heb 3:7-14; Ps 94; Mk 1:40-45

I do will it. Be made clean!
Mk 1:41

The leper believed that Jesus had the power to cleanse him if he desired. Yes, Jesus desires it because he loves us. He wants to cleanse us from sin, which is why he shed His blood. Jesus wants to intervene in the tangle of my life to forgive, heal, and renew. I want to allow him to do so.

17/1 FRI 1ST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

(memorial: St. Anthony, Abbot, †356)

Heb 4:1-5.11; Ps 77; Mk 2:1-12

Son, your sins are forgiven. Mk 2:5

Jesus, they bring a paralyzed man to you, and your heart feels compassion... You will also make him walk, but that will be secondary, just a sign for the faith of others. For him, so that he can truly taste the gift of life, you forgive his sins. Thank you, Jesus!

18/1 SAT 1ST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

BEGINNING OF THE OCTAVE OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY

Heb 4:12-16; Ps 18; Mk 2:1-12

Follow me. Mk 2:14

To follow you, promptly and generously, following the example of Levi, Jesus, is the only way to unity among us Christians, still divided because of our sins, especially pride and vainglory. I also desire to follow you, obeying you and receiving every word of yours with faith. The Father will be glorified!

19/1 SUN 2ND SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME Year C Year C

Octave of PRAYER for CHRISTIAN UNITY

Is 62:1-5; Ps 95; 1 Cor 12:4-11; Jn 2:1-12

Do whatever he tells you.
Jn 2:5

Mary, the mother of Jesus, present with him at the wedding in Cana, points out to him that there is no wine, that is, no joy. Jesus listens to her and grants her request by instructing the servants who, prepared by Mary, with simplicity and humility, do not doubt Jesus' instruction. What a beautiful unity! When there is mutual trust among brothers and with Jesus, we can witness the miracle of the joy of being together in the Church, transcending our differences.

20/1 MON 2ND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

Octave of PRAYER for CHRISTIAN UNITY

(Feast: St. Fabian, Pope and Martyr; St. Sebastian, Martyr † 304)

Heb 5:1-10; Ps 109; Mk 2:18-22

You are my Son; today I have begotten you. Heb 5:5

Every baptized person is a "child" to the Father. Not automatically, of course, but when living the same life as the Son Jesus, which is only obedient love.

Come, Holy Spirit! With you in our hearts, we will be one in the Church, and we will be so naturally, without effort.

21/1 TUE 2ND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

Octave of PRAYER for the UNITY of CHRISTIANS;

(m: St. Agnes, virgin and martyr, † 304)

Heb 6:10-20; Ps 110; Mk 2:23-28

Jesus has become the high priest Heb 6:20

By offering his life to the Father, Jesus became the high priest, who continuously intercedes for us before the Father. In this Jubilee Year of Redemption that we are living, let us remember that every baptized person, as a member of the body of Christ, is a 'priest': consecrated to offer themselves for others. During these days, the prayer and offering of the entire Church asks for the unity of believers in Jesus, so that the world may believe.

22/1 WED 2ND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

Octave of PRAYER for the UNITY of CHRISTIANS

(mf: St. Vincent, deacon and martyr, † 303)

Heb 7:1-3,15-17; Ps 109; Mk 3:1-6

Rise and come out into the midst Mk 3:3

Jesus calls the man with the withered hand to come out into the midst. It was the Sabbath, the day of rest ordained by God. Jesus seeks to explain that the Law, even the law of the Sabbath, comes from the Father as a gift of love for those who suffer. They do not understand: His light is not in their hearts. With the light that leads us to trust in Jesus, we will be able to relate to brothers and sisters of different confessions.

23/1 THU 2ND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

Octave of PRAYER for the UNITY of CHRISTIANS

Heb 7:25 - 8:6; Ps 39; Mk 3:7-12

He strictly ordered them not to make Him known Mk 3:12

The demons knew who Jesus was, but he did not want to be revealed by them... Only those who love him, only those who, out of love, take care of their brothers, can give him true and reliable testimony.

24/1 FRI 2ND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I

Octave of PRAYER for the UNITY of CHRISTIANS

(memorial: St. Francis de Sales, bishop and doctor, † 1622)

Heb 8:6-13; Ps 84; Mk 3:13-19

He went up the mountain
Mk 3:13

Jesus spent the whole night praying, then he called His disciples to himself and chose Twelve of them, whom he designated apostles, to be with him and to send out to preach and to have authority to drive out demons. Let us learn from Him to dedicate time to prayer, as listening to the Father, to know and always do His will. Listening to and obeying the Father will unite us more and more.

25/1 SAT CONVERSION OF ST. PAUL, Apostle [P]

END of the OCTAVE of PRAYER for the UNITY of CHRISTIANS

Acts 22:3-16 or 9:1-22; Ps 116; Mk 16:15-18

I am Jesus the Nazarene
Acts 22:8

Today the Church invites us to honor St. Paul: let us do so by reading his own testimony. He encountered the risen Jesus on the road to Damascus, just as he was persecuting Him! We thank you, Apostle Paul: from that moment on, you gave your whole life to Jesus. Your new life is an example for us.

26/1 SUN 3rd SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME Year C [III] Sunday of the Word

Neh 8:2-4. 5-6. 8-10; Ps 18; 1 Cor 12:12-30; Lk 1:1-4; 4:14-21

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me Lk 4:18

Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, recognizes the words of Isaiah that he has read as being written about Himself, revealing to the assembly gathered in the synagogue His mission as Savior and liberator of mankind. Thank you, Jesus: I welcome you as my Lord, and I desire to love and follow you every day, by listening to and living your Word.

27/1 MON 3rd WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I [III]

(Feast: St. Angela Merici, virgin, † 1540)

Heb 9:15.24-28; Ps 97; Mk 3:22-30

Christ is the mediator of a new covenant Heb 9:15

Israel, the small people chosen by God, had not been able to remain faithful to the repeated covenants... Behold, then, the "new" covenant: the Lord would do everything; on the part of the people, only trust in the Blood of the Son of God, capable of breaking every negative bond and keeping them united to the Father, immersed in His life.

28/1 TUE 3rd WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I [III]

(Feast: St. Thomas Aquinas, priest and doctor, † 1274)

Heb 10:1-10; Ps 39; Mk 3:31-35

Behold, I come to do your will Heb 10:9

These are the words of the Psalm that Jesus addresses to the Father when coming into the world. Indeed, He, will live out the Father’s will, fulfilling the Scriptures even to the point of offering his life. With His blood, He has cleansed and erased our sins. The blood of bulls and goats offered in the temple was only a sign of what Jesus would later offer. Thank you, Jesus: through the mystery of your death, we receive forgiveness and enter into communion with the Father.

29/1 WED 3rd WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I [III]

(Local diocese of TN Memorial: St. Joseph Freinademetz, priest, † 1908)

Heb 10:11-18; Ps 109; Mk 4:1-20

And these are the ones sown on the path…when they hear, Satan comes Mk 4:15

Jesus, through the parable of the sower, invites us to listen to the word of God, a precious seed, and to guard it steadfastly, so that our enemy, Satan, does not steal it from our minds and hearts.

Mary, teacher of meditating on the Word, help us to bear good fruit by obeying Jesus.

30/1 THU 3rd WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I [III]

Heb 10:19-25; Ps 23; Mk 4:21-25

To the one who has, more will be given Mk 4:25

When I live the word of Jesus, I am free, joyful, and at peace. His presence enables me to receive more light and more love to give.

31/1 FRI 3rd WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Year I [III]

(memorial: St. John Bosco, priest, † 1888)

Heb 10:32-39; Ps 36; Mk 4:26-34

Do not abandon your confidence Heb 10:35

Faced with the falsehood that envelops the world and keeps it in suffering, we Christians stand firm in what we believe: a Father who has chosen us, accompanies us with His love, and awaits us. We proclaim this with confidence, with a serene, honest, and strong attitude. Today St. John Bosco, a great friend of the young, helps us.