The Birth of St John the Baptist (Luke 1:57-66)
After St John the Baptist was born, his father Zechariah miraculously regained the power of speech when he wrote down his son's name 'John' on a tablet.
The Magnificat (Luke 1:46-56)
The Magnificat is a song of praise uttered by the Virgin Mary, found within the pages of St Luke’s gospel. The words of the song are based on a dramatic speech Mary made in the house of her elderly relative, St Elizabeth.
Aaron is appointed high priest (Exodus 28:1-43)
Aaron was the first high priest of Israel, appointed by God through Moses. His role was to act as mediator between the people and God.
The Visit of the Queen of Sheba (1 Kings 10:1-13)
The Queen of Sheba visited King Solomon to test his wisdom and was greatly impressed by his answers, his court, and his God. Her story was later compared with the visit of the wise men to the infant Christ.
Samson removes the gates of Gaza (Judges 16:1-3)
Samson, a strong but flawed judge, used his supernatural strength to fight the Philistines. As a prophetic sign, he carried away the gates of Gaza.
Christ comforts the women of Jerusalem (Luke 23:27-31)
As Jesus carried the cross-beam through the streets of Jerusalem, he comforted a group of women who were mourning his death.
Christ gives the keys to St Peter (Matthew 16:13-20)
Jesus entrusted St Peter with the responsibility of leading his Church, with his authority symbolised by the "power of the keys".
The Song of Deborah (Judges 5:1-31)
The Song of Deborah is a poem in the Book of Judges that celebrates the victory of Israel over the Canaanites. Sung by the prophetess Deborah and the warrior Barak, the song gives credit to God for their triumph.
The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35)
The story of how the Risen Christ talked anonymously with two of his mourning disciples on the Road to Emmaus is found in St Luke’s gospel.
The Sanctus (Isaiah 6:1-8)
The Sanctus is a hymn of praise found in the Bible, specifically in the book of Isaiah and the book of Revelation. It begins with the words "Holy, holy, holy" and praises God's glory and power.