Naaman the Syrian is healed (2 Kings 5:1-16)
According to the Bible, Naaman the Syrian was healed from leprosy after bathing in the River Jordan.
The Crossing of the Red Sea (Exodus 14:1-21)
In the book of Exodus, Moses miraculously parts the Red Sea, enabling the Hebrews to flee from the Egyptians and cross over to safety on the other side.
The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11:1-3)
Isaiah wrote that the Messiah would receive a series of gifts from the Spirit to help him to fulfil his mission.
Christ meets Nicodemus (John 3:1-21)
In his gospel, St John describes how a Jewish leader called Nicodemus went from being a secret disciple of Christ to publicly helping at his burial.
Joshua crosses the Jordan (Joshua 3:1-4:24)
The supernatural crossing of the River Jordan by Joshua and the Israelites is one of the many water-related miracles described in the Bible. It was a sign of God’s power and a confirmation of Joshua’s authority. It also explains why the Jordan is
Water and the Word: the Mystery of Baptism
In early January each year, the Church celebrates the feast of the Baptism of the Lord. This day honours the Baptism of Christ in the River Jordan by St John the Baptist. The feast concludes the Christmas season and invites the faithful to reflect on
The Preaching of St John the Baptist (Matthew 3:1-12)
St. John the Baptist's public ministry involved preaching repentance, baptising converts in the River Jordan, and preparing the people for the coming of Christ.
+ First Luminous Mystery: The Baptism of Christ
The First Luminous Mystery of the Rosary is the Baptism of Christ. It's a meditation on Christ's baptism in the River Jordan by St John the Baptist, which marked the start of his public ministry.
The Baptism of Christ (Matthew 3:13-17)
The baptism of Christ in the River Jordan is described in all four gospels. This event marked the start of his public ministry as the Messiah.
The Covenant with Noah (Genesis 8:20 – 9:17)
After the Great Flood, Noah offered sacrifices to God. In return, God promised that there would never be such a flood again, appointing the rainbow as a sign of this.