Let’s explore the themes in the readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent.
1st Reading – Isaiah 7:10-14
Ahaz refuses to tempt the Lord and ask for a sign.
The Lord, however, responds that “the virgin shall conceive and bear a son.”
Psalm – 24:1-6
“Let the Lord enter; he is the king of glory.”
The earth is the Lord’s, and those who are sinless shall receive a blessing from God.
2nd Reading – Romans 1:1-7
St. Paul opens his great letter to the Romans in honor of Jesus Christ.
Faith in God is now extended to the Gentiles as well.
Gospel – Matthew 1:18-24
Joseph discovers that Mary is pregnant before they have lived together.
The angel of the Lord comes to him in a dream and explains how she has conceived through the Holy Spirit.
Joseph follows the angel’s counsel and takes his wife into his home.
Mass Readings – 4th Sunday of Advent (#10)
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As Mary and Joseph present Jesus in the Temple, the blessings of Anna and Simeon echo in our hearts with a similar prayer of praise.
Mass Readings – Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
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Presentation of the Lord – Chiesa Nuova – Rome The encounter between Simeon and Mary reveals how our faith in Jesus Christ gives us the grace we need to face the challenges of life today. As Mary endured the “sword of sorrow” that pierced her heart, we can also embraced our struggles with God’s help.
Mass Readings – Presentation of the Lord
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The blessings and burdens of the Holy Family inspire us to face our joys and sorrows with the grace of Jesus Christ.
Mass Readings – The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
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Three Great Things 