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Our first Sunday of Advent December 2024 is Hope. The story of Christmas is usually soft, quiet, and peaceful. The true story of the coming of Christ was none of those things. It was shocking, hard, perilous, and culturally disruptive. They were waiting for a Messiah then because they believed the prophets. What most people don't know is there are even more prophecies of Christ coming again. Believe and Be Ready.

Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Advent - December 22, 2024

Sunday Worship for December 22, 2024, from Queen Anne Lutheran Church in Seattle, our 10:30 service—Pastor Dan Peterson; Cantor Kyle Haugen; Dr. Lynn Hofstad et al Prelude • Introit—Isaiah 45:8; Psalm 19:1 • Gathering Hymn—Light One Candle to Watch for Messiah, ELW 240 •  Candlelighting—O Come, O Come, Emmanuel , ELW 257 • First Reading—Micah 5:2-5a • Psalmody—Luke 1:46b-55  • Second Reading—Hebrews 10:5-10 • Gospel—Luke 1:39-45 • DIY Christmas Pageant, with many Carols • Distribution Anthem—Lost in the Night, Kyle Haugen (b. 1973) • Sending Hymn —Joy to the World, ELW 267 • Postlude ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link here to view the bulletin.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Enjoying our worship recordings? Consider giving a gift to our church; ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠go to this link.⁠⁠

Luke 1:39-45 Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.”

Luke 1:39-45 Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.”

Luke 1:39-45 Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled.”

Open Door Church is in the Advent sermon series. Pastor Stephen Mizell preaches on birth of Jesus. Advent December 24, 2024 Pastor Stephen Mizell Open Door Church, Edenton, NC

A sermon series through the Season of Advent, 2024 Scripture Reading | Matthew 1:18-25

Why the Visitation matters. 

Open Door Church is in the Advent sermon series. Pastor Stephen Mizell preaches on love. Advent December 22, 2024 Pastor Stephen Mizell Open Door Church, Edenton, NC

The Reverend Canon Anna Russell Friedman

Sermon by the Rev. John Newton for the Fourth Sunday of Advent December 22 2024 by St. Michael's Episcopal Church

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Readings for 4th Sunday of Advent December 22, 2024 Reading 1, Micah 5:1-4 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19 Reading 2, Hebrews 10:5-10 Gospel, Luke 1:39-45

Homily given at St. Thomas à Becket on the 4th Sunday of Advent (December 22, 2024).

Homily for the 4th Sunday of Advent (December 22, 2024) Total Time: 14m7s Advent Reflection by ALFRED DELP, SJ (Click HERE)

The Mountain Song Psalm 121 Songs of the Season pt. 4 Fourth Sunday of Advent December 22, 2024 Pastor Tim Peck

"The Weary World Rejoices: The Promise of Justice" Does our weary world need justice? Jesus brings the justice we need. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Today's episode featured work from these artists: Music: "Big Bear" by Jonny Easton (www.youtube.com/jonnyeaston) "Growing Up" by Scott Buckley (www.youtube.com/scottbuckley) Video: Adrian Hoparda (www.pexels.com/@adrian-hoparda-1684220)

Saturday of the Third Week of AdventDecember 21, 2024 Hello and welcome to the Word, bringing you the Good News of Jesus Christ every day from the Redemptorists of the Baltimore Province. I am Fr. Karl Esker from the Basilica of our Lady of Perpetual Help in Brooklyn, NY. Today is Saturday of the Third Week of Advent. Our reading today is from the holy gospel according to Luke.           Mary set out in those days and traveled to the hill country in haste to a town of Judah, where she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, cried out in a loud voice and said, "Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb. And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy. Blessed are you who believed that what was spoken to you by the Lord would be fulfilled."The gospel of the Lord. Homily Our gospel opens with Mary rushing from Nazareth into the hill country of Judea. Why a young woman would suddenly undertake such an arduous trip is not really surprising when we remember that the angel had just told Mary that her much older cousin Elizabeth was already six months pregnant, and Mary understood that her cousin would need help in the last months of her pregnancy. Also, it would give Mary the chance to confide in Elizabeth all that the angel had told her and to take counsel. I can imagine the surprise that Mary felt on arriving at Elizabeth's house and discovering that Elizabeth already knew, because she greets her with the words we pray every day in the Hail Mary: "Most blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb.” And then goes on to say: “And how does this happen to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For at the moment the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the infant in my womb leaped for joy.” Mary also gets caught up in the joyous moment and sings: “My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, and my spirit rejoiced in God my savior.” Here we have two mothers-to-be at the forefront of God's in-breaking on our world, rejoicing in a moment of grace and overcome by wonder at the faithfulness and mercy of God who was undertaking the fulfillment of the age-old promises. As I meditate on this scene, I have to ask myself if that same joyful wonder fills my heart as I admire the manger scenes that decorate our churches and houses in preparation for Christmas? Or is my wonder more about what I may find under the Christmas tree? God's ardent desire to be with us is the whole reason Jesus took flesh in the womb of Mary and was born in the stable of Bethlehem. The depths of this love is brought out in the first reading from the Song of Songs. This ancient love song has been interpreted as God's untiring pursuit of his people. “Hark! my lover – here he comes springing across the mountains, leaping across the hills.” Our God wants to bind our hearts to his with bands of love: "Arise, my beloved, my dove, my beautiful one, and come! ... Let me see you, let me hear your voice, For your voice is sweet, and you are lovely." Few of us would imagine God calling out to us like this, but Mary heard it, Elizabeth heard it, and they both rejoiced. Saint Alphonsus taught that to begin to comprehend the birth, life, death on the cross and resurrection of Jesus, we must understand that God is crazy in love with us. It makes sense, then, that many of our carols are love songs, and during the Christmas holidays we try to give special attention to those we love. So, instead of looking for presents, let us try to be a present to those God has placed in our lives. And, as we sing our own love songs, let us not forget the God who first loved us. May God bless you. Fr. Karl E. Esker CSsRBasilica of our Lady of Perpetual HelpBrooklyn, NY

In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Mary as the New Ark of the Covenant Jesus' sacrifice is perfect. The eternal nature of Jesus The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122224.cfm Men: Join me for Exodus 90's Advent Challenge! https://get.exodus90.com/keith The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP to receive free shipping on your order. To receive a free pocket Rosary Crew Rosary from the Catholic Woodworker become an ANNUAL supporter on Locals. Our Locals community has live streams, exclusive content, and more. https://keithnester.locals.com/ For more info about Keith, visit: https://down2earthministry.org/ 

Greetings on this Fourth Sunday of the Advent Season.Not sure about you, but this Advent seems to be flying by quicker than usual.  I hope to slow it down a bit this week in anticipation of Jesus' birth.God bless and thank you for joining me.Fr. Kennedy

Luke 3:10-18 The crowds asked John the Baptist, “What should we do?” He said to them in reply, “Whoever has two cloaks should share with the person who has none. And whoever has food should do likewise.” Even tax collectors came to be baptized and they said to him, “Teacher, what should we do?” He answered them, “Stop collecting more than what is prescribed.” Soldiers also asked him, “And what is it that we should do?” He told them, “Do not practice extortion, do not falsely accuse anyone, and be satisfied with your wages.” Now the people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Christ. John answered them all, saying, “I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fan is in his hand to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into his barn, but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire.” Exhorting them in many other ways, he preached good news to the people.

Luke 3:10-18 The crowds asked John the Baptist, “What should we do?” He said to them in reply, “Whoever has two cloaks should share with the person who has none. And whoever has food should do likewise.” Even tax collectors came to be baptized and they said to him, “Teacher, what should we do?” He answered them, “Stop collecting more than what is prescribed.” Soldiers also asked him, “And what is it that we should do?” He told them, “Do not practice extortion, do not falsely accuse anyone, and be satisfied with your wages.” Now the people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Christ. John answered them all, saying, “I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fan is in his hand to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into his barn, but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire.” Exhorting them in many other ways, he preached good news to the people.

Luke 3:10-18 The crowds asked John the Baptist, “What should we do?” He said to them in reply, “Whoever has two cloaks should share with the person who has none. And whoever has food should do likewise.” Even tax collectors came to be baptized and they said to him, “Teacher, what should we do?” He answered them, “Stop collecting more than what is prescribed.” Soldiers also asked him, “And what is it that we should do?” He told them, “Do not practice extortion, do not falsely accuse anyone, and be satisfied with your wages.” Now the people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Christ. John answered them all, saying, “I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fan is in his hand to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into his barn, but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire.” Exhorting them in many other ways, he preached good news to the people.

Luke 3:10-18 The crowds asked John the Baptist, “What should we do?” He said to them in reply, “Whoever has two cloaks should share with the person who has none. And whoever has food should do likewise.” Even tax collectors came to be baptized and they said to him, “Teacher, what should we do?” He answered them, “Stop collecting more than what is prescribed.” Soldiers also asked him, “And what is it that we should do?” He told them, “Do not practice extortion, do not falsely accuse anyone, and be satisfied with your wages.” Now the people were filled with expectation, and all were asking in their hearts whether John might be the Christ. John answered them all, saying, “I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fan is in his hand to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into his barn, but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire.” Exhorting them in many other ways, he preached good news to the people.

First Sunday in Advent, December 1st, 2024 by Sermons and Catechesis from Christ Church, Waco

Third Sunday in Advent, December 15th, 2024 by Sermons and Catechesis from Christ Church, Waco

Second Sunday in Advent, December 8th, 2024 by Sermons and Catechesis from Christ Church, Waco

Open Door Church is in the Advent sermon series. Pastor Stephen Mizell preaches on joy. Advent December 15, 2024 Pastor Stephen Mizell Open Door Church, Edenton, NC

The Reverend Madeleine Rebouché

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Fr. Roger J. Landry Corpus Christi Monastery, Bronx, New York Monday of the Third Week of Advent December 16, 2024 Num 24:2-7.15-17, Ps 25, Mt 21:23-27   To listen to an audio recording of today's homily, please click below:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/12.16.24_homily.mp3   This is the text that guided the homily:  We can't help but notice a […] The post Learning the Lord’s Ways and Living Our Baptism, Third Monday of Advent, December 16, 2024 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

Mass Readings for Third Sunday of Advent -December 15, 2024 Reading 1, Zephaniah 3:14-18 Responsorial Psalm, Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6 Reading 2, Philippians 4:4-7 Gospel, Luke 3:10-18

Homily for the 3rd Sunday of Advent (December 15, 2024) Total Time:5m40s

In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Overcoming fear Rejoicing no matter what  Defeating Anxiety The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121524.cfm Men: Join me for Exodus 90's Advent Challenge! https://get.exodus90.com/keith The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP to receive free shipping on your order.   To receive a free pocket Rosary Crew Rosary from the Catholic Woodworker become an ANNUAL supporter on Locals. Our Locals community has live streams, exclusive content, and more. https://keithnester.locals.com/  For more info about Keith, visit: https://down2earthministry.org/

Happy Advent Season to all.Thank you for listening to this week's podcast.  I pray it finds you well.God bless.Fr. Kennedy

Mass Readings for Second Sunday of Advent December 8, 2024 Reading 1, Baruch 5:1-9 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6 Reading 2, Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11 Gospel Luke 3: 1-6