Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross, Year ABC

September 14th is the traditional day to celebrate the finding of the true cross – when it falls on a Sunday it is celebrated in place of the Ordinary Time Sunday. The readings from the Book of Numbers and the Gospel of John are reminders that the deepest meaning of the cross is healing and that we are called to “behold the cross” and raise our eyes inadoration. In the same way during the Mass, when the priest calls out “Behold the Lamb of God…” we reminded to look to our Savior, sacrificed that we may be healed and saved.

Take a moment and consider all that theses readings offer.  Do it from the comfort of your back porch!

Full Text of the Sunday Readings
Detailed Commentary plus an additional Commentary on the larger Johannine Reading

Moses and the Brazen Serpent | Esteban March (1610-1668) | Banco Santander Collection, Madrid |  PD-US