On the Sunday after Theophany, Fr. Matthew Howell discusses the first public message preached by both Jesus and John the Baptist: "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand" (Mt. 4:17 & Mt. 3:2) He points out that repentance requires action to change and turn away from one's sin, and must go beyond mere remorse.
Epistle: Ephesians 4:7-13
Gospel: Matthew 4:12-17
