1st Reading: Is 60:1-6
In the age to come, the Messiah, the Saviour King, will reveal his glory to all the nations. To work for this is now the mission of the Church.

2nd Reading: Eph 3:2-3,5-6
The salvation revealed in Christ is for everyone. In his Church, there can be no exclusiveness or racial distinction.

Gospel: Mt 2:1-12
The visit of the Magi fulfils of the prophecy that the glory of the Messiah would be manifested to all the nations.

Reflection
Journeys are a normal phenomenon in life. We embark on journeys for various reasons. Some may embark on a journey to seek greener pastures others may also do it for a vacation. But there is a journey that every Christian ought to make. This is the journey of faith. It is a difficult and a tortuous journey to seek out the new born King. Those who persevere in their difficult spiritual journey, guided by the star of faith all the way, will invariably meet Christ who will heal them and transform them into new persons to take a new direction in life.