PASSION SUNDAY/PALM SUNDAY YEAR A

Theme: Death and life

 

1^st Reading: Isaiah, chapter 50: 4-7

This scripture describes the nature of the ideal servant of God. We hear how well-intentioned his thoughts are, and also how he humbly bears the suffering that sometimes goes with his calling.

 

2^nd Reading: Paul’s letter to the Philippians, chapter 2: 6-11

St. Paul entreats us to adopt Jesus’ attitude of humility, a character trait that earned him God’s approval and a name that is above all other names.

 

 

VERSE BEFORE THE GOSPEL

 

 

The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to St. Matthew