Study, Pray, Serve: 3rd Sunday of Advent

Let’s explore some of the themes we see in the readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent.

1st Reading – Zephaniah 3:14-18a

• The people shout for joy and exult at the power of God who turns away their enemies.
• God is in the midst of the people and they are no longer afraid.

Response – Isaiah 12:2-3,4b-6

• “Cry out with joy and gladness: for among you is the great and Holy One of Israel.”
• We are confident and unafraid for our strength and courage is the Lord.

2nd Reading – Philippians 4:4-7

• We rejoice in the Lord and have no anxiety; rather we pray with thanksgiving as we make our petitions known to God.
• The peace of God guards our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Gospel – Luke 3:10-18

• John the Baptist gives advice and direction to the people.
• John’s preaching prepares the people for the coming of Jesus.

Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Advent

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