St. John Lateran and the Meaning of Church Buildings
FeastsDedication of St. John Lateran
by Bishop Robert BarronNovember 05, 2014
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Today we celebrate the great Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran Basilica, which is the Pope's cathedral church. It's a time to remember that while the Church is, properly speaking, the people of God, church buildings do nevertheless matter. They are meant to recapitulate the Temple, the New Jerusalem, Noah's Ark, and the Mystical Body of Jesus.
Mass Readings
Reading 1 - Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12
Psalm - Psalm 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9
Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 3:9-11, 16-17
Gospel - John 2:13-22
Authors
Bishop Robert Barron
Liturgical Readings
Feasts - Dedication of St. John Lateran
Scriptures
Ezekiel 47:1-12, Psalm 46:2-9