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Let’s examine some of the themes that surface in the Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent.
1st Reading – 2nd Samuel 7:1-5,8b-12,14a,16
David proposes to the prophet Nathan that he will build the Temple for the Lord.
Nathan responds to David, saying that it will be his son who will build the Temple, and David’s throne shall stand firm forever.
Psalm – 89:2-5,27,29
“For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord.”
We praise the Lord who out of kindness has made a covenant that endures forever.
2nd Reading – Romans 16:25-27
Paul praises Jesus Christ, who strengthens us to proclaim the Gospel and make known to all nations God’s saving work.
Gospel – Luke 1:26-38
The angel Gabriel is sent from God to Mary, in order to proclaim her role in salvation history.
Mary speaks with Gabriel and she accepts the angel’s words.
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of Advent (Year B, #11)
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John the Baptist testifies to the light, admitting that he is not the Christ, but rather comes to prepare the way of the Lord.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Advent (B, #8)
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Questioned by the disciples about Elijah, Jesus teaches that he has already come in the person of John the Baptist, but the people did not recognize him…nor will they recognize the Son of Man.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 2nd Week of Advent (#186)
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Isaiah reminds us that the Lord desires what’s best for us, teaching us what is good and leading us where we need to go.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 2nd Week of Advent (#185)
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Isaiah’s prophecy reveals God’s initiative and might in leading and directing our human lives.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 2nd Week of Advent (#184)
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St. John of the Cross, pray for us!
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Both Isaiah and Jesus offer encouraging words of hope, that when we are tired and ground down by the struggles of life, we renew our strength through our trust in the Lord.
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Advent (#183)
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St. Lucy, pray for us!
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The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe has fostered the faith of millions of Christians around the world, inspiring us to renew God’s gift of grace in our hearts with the fire of the Lord’s love.
Mass Readings – Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe (#690A)
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Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us!
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Jesus heals both body and soul at the sight of the faith of those who brought their helpless friend (through the roof!) to the Lord.
Mass Readings – Monday of the 2nd Week of Advent (#181)
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St. Damasus, pray for us!
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Here are some of the themes that emerge from the Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent.
1st Reading – Isaiah 61:1-2a,10-11
The Spirit of the Lord comes upon Isaiah to preach glad tidings of hope and liberty.
God is the source of all blessings that bring joy, justice, and praise.
Psalm – Luke 1:46-50,53-54
“My soul rejoices in my God.”
This “psalm” is actually taken from Mary’s Magnificat in Luke’s Gospel, proclaiming God’s goodness and mercy.
2nd Reading – 1st Thessalonians 5:16-24
Rejoice, pray, and give thanks without ceasing, testing everything and retaining what is good.
With God’s peace we grow in holiness, as we live blameless lives for the Lord.
Gospel – John 1:6-8,19-20
John the Baptist testifies that he is not Elijah, the prophet, or the Christ.
Rather, John comes to testify to the light – Jesus Christ – who is yet to come.
Mass Readings – 3rd Sunday of Advent (Year B, #8)
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Photo by Danila Popov on Pexels.com John the Baptist fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah and prepares the people for the coming of the Messiah, Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – 2nd Sunday of Advent (Year B – #5)
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Three Great Things 