Tag Year B

First Reading: Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11 Reflection: Originally intended to refer to the Prophet Isaiah himself (thus, the use of “I”), this passage also pointed forward to the coming Messiah, who is the “anointed one.” In fact, the fulfillment of these… Continue Reading →

First Reading: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11 Reflection: Advent is a time of preparation. We prepare to celebrate Christmas when we commemorate the first coming of Christ at the Incarnation some 2,000 years ago. Thus, we focus on the great and profound… Continue Reading →

First Reading: Isaiah 63:16B-17, 19B; 64:2-7 Reflection: This Sunday we begin a new liturgical year with the start of Advent. The season of Advent is focused on preparing us for the celebration of the first coming of Christ at Christmas… Continue Reading →