Our liturgy in the Mass connects us with the mysteries of salvation so that we might participate in their effects of these mysteries. In the Mass, we participate in Jesus’ death and resurrection as if we were there when they took place. Our reading from the Book of Revelation this morning shows the liturgy of the heavens with all creation giving glory to God. We hear of these magical creature who harmoniously praise God in the liturgy.
The book of Revelation was written at a time when the Early Church was under persecution. Although these persecutions would continue for many years, the liturgy described assumes a glorious outcome. The readings from Revelation encouraged the Early Church to persevere and to keep the faith despite this persecution. We are also to find hope in the midst of our challenges on our journey of faith, in the midst of the ridicule and persecution of Christians that we see in the world.
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