Feast of the Holy Family December 26, 2021
Luke 2: 41 – 52
The story of Jesus being left behind at the temple is unique to Luke. It is also the only event associated with his childhood. When Mary and Joseph find Him, they ask, “Why have you done this to us.” His response, “I must be about my Father’s business.” Yet, He returns to Nazareth and is obedient to them where He grew in “wisdom and age and favor before God and man.” Obedience means “to listen to.” When we listen to the Lord (aka, obedient) we, too will grow in wisdom and age before God.” This is where true happiness will be found.