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3rd Sunday of Advent – Year A

First Reading: Isaiah 35:1-6A, 10 Reflection: In this Sunday’s first reading, the Prophet Isaiah uses the symbolism of a “desert,” “parched land,” and “the steppe” (which is a grass-covered plain) as representations of desolation. But these barren places “will bloom… Continue Reading →

December 11, 2019

2nd Sunday of Advent – Year A

First Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10 Reflection: In this passage, the Prophet Isaiah speaks of a time when the Davidic kingdom would be restored and fulfilled. The “stump of Jesse” refers to the royal line of David, for Jesse was David’s father…. Continue Reading →

December 5, 2019

1st Sunday of Advent – Year A

First Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5 Reflection: The Prophet Isaiah ministered in the late eighth century B.C., which was a tumultuous time in Israel’s history. It was during this time period that the Northern Kingdom was destroyed by the Assyrians (722 B.C.)… Continue Reading →

November 24, 2019

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