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Today is the memorial of Saint Thomas Becket (1118-1170), bishop & martyr: Martyr-link Unus, Martyr-link Duo, & Wikipedia-link.

Commentary: Quoth the bulletin:

He was Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 until his murder in 1170. He engaged in conflict with Henry II of England over the rights & privileges of the Church & was murdered by followers of the king in Canterbury Cathedral (emphasis original). Soon after his death, he was canonized by Pope Alexander III.

Scripture of the Day
The First Epistle of John, chapter two, verses three thru eleven;
Psalm Ninety-six;
The Gospel according to Luke, chapter two, verses twenty-two thru thirty-five.

Commentary: Yesterday's Gospel was Luke, 2:22-40 (short form, 2:39-40).

The Rebel Black Dot Song of the Fifth Day of Christmas
Michael Bublé, "Silent Night" from Christmas (T.L.A.M.)

Merry Christmas!