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ENTRANCE ANTIPHON: Be my protector, O God . a mighty stronghold to save me. For you are my rock , my stronghold! Lead me , guide me, for the sake of your name.

FIRST READING Sirach: 15: 15-20 “He has not commanded any one to be ungodly”

RESPONSORIAL PSALM: Psalm 119: 1-2. 4-5. 17-18.33-34 Blessed are those who walk in the law of the Lord!

SECOND READING  1 Corinthians 2: 6-10 “ The wisdom of God which he decreed before the ages for our glorification ”

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION:  Alleluia, Blessed are you ,Father, Lord of heaven and earth , that you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the kingdom Alleluia.

GOSPEL Matthew 11:25 “You have heard that it was said to the men of old but I say to you”             

The readings challenge us to choose the values of forgiveness, fidelity and honesty at all times; In choosing such values we choose God’s wisdom which, though may appear foolishness, in fact transforms us into the best version of ourselves. This week, choose to forgive someone who has hurt you, live faithfully and honestly. That is the best version of yourself. You will see the difference in your life; in your family; in the work place. The choice is yours.

GOD GAVE US RULES

When we talk about what God expects of us, He expects us to reach out and care. He expects us to have a feel for each other, not to be locked up in our isolated little lives, not feeling that we have to achieve all kinds of things