First reading
Wisdom 11:22–12:2
You are merciful to all, because you love all that exists.
Responsorial psalm
Psalm 144(145):1–2, 8–11, 13b–14
R. I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God.
Second reading
2 Thessalonians 1:11–2:2
The name of Christ will be glorified in you, and you in him.
Gospel acclamation
John 3:16
God loved the world so much, he gave us his only Son, that all who believe in him might have eternal life.
Gospel
Luke 19:1–10
Salvation comes to the house of Zacchaeus.
Images from the Word
- A wealthy man
- Too short
- Today
- Lover of life
- Pray continually
Liturgical notes
The People of God, gathered for Mass, has a coherent and hierarchical structure, which finds its expression in the variety of ministries and the variety of actions according to the different parts of the celebration. The general ordering of the sacred building must be such that in some way it conveys the image of the gathered assembly and allows the appropriate ordering of all the participants, as well as facilitating them in the proper carrying out of their function.
The faithful and the choir should have a place that facilitates their active participation.
—General Instruction of the Roman Missal, §294
A sacred building to be used for the eucharistic celebration must be designed so that there is the possibility of active participation by all the ministers for the celebration. The space must give the immediate impression of the gathered assembly ready to participate; it is not a space for spectators, but must facilitate participation.
‘You will show me the path of life, the fullness of joy in your presence, O Lord.’
—communion antiphon