The Circumcision of Our Lord Jesus Christ

The Circumcision reveals Christ’s first shedding of blood, the pledge of Calvary and the seal of the New Covenant. Submitting to the Law He came to fulfil, the Infant Redeemer teaches obedience, humility, and sacrificial love. Receiving the Holy Name of Jesus, He shows Himself the Saviour promised of old. The liturgy calls us to begin the year renewed in grace, fidelity, and devotion to His saving Name.