The prophet denounces those priests who in their pride have turned away from the Law, causing others to go astray (1). Jesus, too, is critical of those religious leaders who fail to practice what they preach. All, rather, are called to greatness through humility and service (3, Ps), by sharing their lives with others (2). Mal 1:14b-2:2b, 8-10 Ps 131:1-3 1 Thes 2:7b-9, 13 Mt 23:1-12