January 12, 2025

Baptism of the Lord

Jesus was baptized as an adult (30 years old)
St. John the Baptist baptized him
The baptism is often depicted with the pouring of water by a shell
He was baptized in the river Jordan
The heavens opened and the Holy Spirt descended like a dove
Voice came from heaven saying “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.”
Jesus’ baptism is considered the beginning of his public ministry
Directly following his baptism is when he was led to the desert where he was tempted for 40 days (what our season of Lent is based on). It is a common misconception that these 40 days happened right before Jesus returns to Jerusalem for Palm Sunday, but it’s not.
Common symbols of baptism: water, dove, shell, candle

Psalm:

The Lord will bless his people with peace.

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Alleluia, alleluia.

The heavens were opened and the voice of the Father thundered:

This is my beloved Son, listen to him.

Alleluia, alleluia.

Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas is the world's oldest living person at 116 years and 214 days old. The Brazilian nun became the oldest person after the death of Tomiko Itooka, a Japanese woman, in December 2024. Sister Inah lives in the Santo Enrique de Ossó Shelter in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Here are some things to know about Sister Inah:

She was born on May 27, 1908.
She attributes her longevity to her faith and positive mindset.
She prays the rosary every day for everyone in the world.
She is a fan of the local soccer team, AI International.
She enjoys participating in community prayers and spending time in the garden with her sisters.
She used to make miniature paintings of wildflowers and play cards.

Prayer

"Eternal Father, who at the baptism of Jesus revealed Him to be Your Son, anointing Him with the Holy Spirit: grant that we may be faithful to our call as Children of God, listening to you, guided by Your Spirit, to fulfil our unique and definite purpose".

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