First Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19 Reflection: The words we hear in this Sunday’s first reading were originally a message to the Prophet Jeremiah from the Lord. We hear that his mission was to be “a prophet to the nations.” This… Continue Reading →
First Reading: Nehemiah 8:2-4A, 5-6, 8-10 Reflection: This Sunday’s first reading takes place after the period of the Exile in the history of Israel. In 586 B.C. the Babylonians conquered Jerusalem and destroyed the Jewish Temple. Then, they took many… Continue Reading →
First Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5 Reflection: The Prophet Isaiah speaks in this Sunday’s first reading about a time of restoration for the people of Israel. Ultimately, this restoration would come in the Messianic Age, when the Messiah would reign as king…. Continue Reading →
First Reading: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 Reflection: This passage is the first of four “Servant Songs” from the Prophet Isaiah, speaking of the servant of the Lord. It is likely that in the original context the “servant” referred to the nation of… Continue Reading →
First Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6 Reflection: In this Sunday’s first reading, Isaiah prophesies about a time of glory and splendor for Israel. This great time is represented by the symbol of light, when “the Lord shines.” This light that will come to… Continue Reading →
First Reading: 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Reflection: The background to this Sunday’s first reading is that Hannah had been a barren woman. In the culture of the time, it was especially disgraceful for a married woman not to have children…. Continue Reading →
First Reading: Micah 5:1-4A Reflection: On the Fourth Sunday of Advent, the anticipation is building for the fast approaching celebration of Christmas. This Sunday’s readings indicate that anticipation. The first reading from the Prophet Micah speaks of the coming of… Continue Reading →
First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-18A Reflection: This Sunday we celebrate “Gaudete Sunday,” the Third Sunday of Advent. The Latin word Gaudete means “Rejoice!” On this Sunday, we take a short hiatus from the mostly somber nature of Advent and rejoice in… Continue Reading →
First Reading: Baruch 5:1-9 Reflection: The theme of this Sunday’s readings is preparation, as is a common theme during this season of Advent. We are invited, in particular, to prepare for the coming of the Lord through repentance and restoration…. Continue Reading →
First Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16 Reflection: The Prophet Jeremiah here speaks of a time of fulfillment promised by the Lord. At this time, a descendent of King David will come forth to restore justice. This “just shoot” will bring fulfillment and… Continue Reading →
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