Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist, Cycle B
SUNDAY SUMMARY
Isaiah 49:1-6 The prophet of God is called from birth to be a light to the nations.
Psalm 139:1b-3, 13-14ab, 14c-15 Knit together in the womb by God’s design, humanity is fearfully and wonderfully made.
Acts of the Apostles 13:22-26 Though both David and John the Baptist carry out God’s commands, neither is “the one.”
Luke 1:57-66, 80 John is marked from the beginning for his signature role in the story of salvation.