Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent.

1st Reading – Baruch 5:1-9

• Jerusalem will take off the robe of mourning and misery and put on the splendor of God’s glory.
• The children of Israel will return in joy to the holy city from the east and the west.

Psalm – 126:1-6

• “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.”
• By the power of God, laughter and rejoicing have replaced weeping and sorrow.

2nd Reading – Philippians 1:4-6,8-11

• Until the very day of Christ Jesus, God will complete the good work that was begun in the disciples.
• Paul prays that the people will increase in love, knowledge, discernment, purity and the fruit of righteousness.

Gospel – Luke 3:1-6

• The ministry of John the Baptist is located within the specifics of the historical figures of his day.
• John’s proclamation of repentance fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah 40:3-5.

Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Advent (Year C, #6)

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