Today the Church celebrates the First Sunday of Advent The assigned readings are Jeremiah 33:14-16; 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4L2;
and Luke 21:25-28, 34-36.The Responsorial Psalm is from Psalm 25 (Psalm 25:4-5, 8-10, 14).
For one version of the Responsorial Psalm set to music, please visit:
YouTube: Spirit & Psalm 2025 – Advent 1 – Psalm
The Gospel reading is as follows:
Jesus said to his disciples: "There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations will be in dismay, perplexed by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.
"Beware that your hearts do not become drowsy from carousing and drunkenness and the anxieties of daily life, and that day catch you by surprise like a trap. For that day will assault everyone who lives on the face of the earth. Be vigilant at all times and pray that you have the strength to escape the tribulations that are imminent and to stand before the Son of Man."
Reflections related to these readings:
Community in Mission:A Recipe for Readiness - A Homily for the First Sunday of Advent (30 NOV 24)
The Quiet Corner: Hoping in the power and promises of God (27 NOV 24)
Word on Fire: Three Dimensions of Advent (Cycle C * Advent * 1st Week of Advent)
The Pilot: Echoes: Scott Hahn: Heads up (29 NOV 24)
The Pilot: Echoes: Father Joshua J. Whitfield: Scripture Reflection for Dec. 1, 2024, First Sunday in Advent (29 NOV 24)
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