Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

In Catholic Lectionary Today's readings:

• 📖 First reading: Numbers 21:4b-9
• 📖 Second reading: Philippians 2:6-11 📜
• 📖 Gospel: John 3:13-17 ✨🙏

Reflection

🌟 The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross reminds us of the central role the cross plays in our faith. ✝️ In the first reading, the bronze serpent lifted in the desert brings healing to the Israelites, prefiguring the cross of Christ. 🐍 Just as the Israelites were healed by looking at the serpent, we are offered salvation through Christ's crucifixion. 🌿

📜 In the second reading from Philippians, we reflect on Christ’s humility and obedience, as He willingly took on death—even death on a cross. 🌿 His self-sacrifice is a powerful revelation of God's profound love for humanity. 💖

✨ In the Gospel, Jesus reminds us that His crucifixion is not about condemnation but salvation. 🙏 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son," and through this act of love, the cross becomes a symbol of hope and eternal life. 🌟

These readings invite us to see the cross not as a sign of defeat but as the ultimate expression of love and victory over sin and death. ✝️💫

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