Let’s explore the themes we find in the Mass readings for the 1st Sunday of Advent.

1st Reading – Jeremiah 33:14-16

• God will fulfill the promise made to the house of Israel and Judah.
• The Lord will raise up for David a just shoot who will do what is right and just.

Psalm – 25:4-5,8-10,14

• “To you, O Lord, I lift my soul.”
• With kindness and constancy the Lord guides and teaches us the way.

2nd Reading – 1st Thessalonians 3:12-4:2

• We increase and abound in love for one another before God.
• We conduct ourselves in a worthy manner that reflects the instructions we have received.

Gospel – Luke 21:25-28,34-36

• There will be many signs on the earth and in the heavens before the Son of Man comes.
• We are called to remain awake and vigilant, so that we are not caught by surprise.

Mass Readings – 1st Sunday of Advent (Year C, #3)

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