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Rejoice, The Bridegroom is Here
By Jennifer Ristine
Scripture: Matthew 9:14-15
Audio duration: 4:37
Today's Bible Readings from the USCCB The Order of the Mass <a href="https://rss.com/podcasts/rcdailymeditations/2542697/">February 20, 2026 – Rejoice, The Bridegroom is Her | RSS.com</a> Friday after Ash Wednesday Matthew 9:14-15 The disciples of John approached Jesus and said, “Why do we and the Pharisees fast much, but your disciples do not fast?” Jesus answered them, “Can the wedding guests mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them? The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast.” Opening Prayer: Lord Jesus, grant me the grace to recognize you as the bridegroom, who woos my heart and invites me to a deeper union with you. Grant that I may rejoice at your presence in my life. Encountering Christ: Recognizing the Bridegroom: T...