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Delivered by Vici from the Parish of Saint John the Baptist in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Isaiah 11: 1-10; Rs psalm 72: 2.7-8.12-13.17; Luke 10: 21-24.THEHOLY SPIRIT IS IN YOU Ourmeditation today is entitled: The Holy Spirit is in You. There was a celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation in a remote parish. The bishop came to that parish one day before the celebration. Candidates for theSacrament of Confirmation weremore than 300 people. Most of them come from various villages which are locatedfar apart from one another. Theyare young people, the majority of whom are teenagers. They walked along pathsup the mountain and down the valley. They were willing to get caught in the rain andstruggle to tread slippery and muddy roads. Their new and clean clothes were wrapped in such a way so as not to getwet and dirty. They walked along the waybarefoot. Duringthe homily at Holy Mass, the Bishop encouraged all the young recipients of theSacrament of Confirmation, saying: “You have the Holy Spirit within you. ThisHoly Spirit does not stay silent or hide, but He really works and controlsyou.” All the young people who came from faraway villages agreed with what theshepherd said. The Spirit of God really burned their spirits from the momentthey departed from their respective villages until the time they received thesign of the anointing of the power of the Holy Spirit by the Bishop. TheHoly Spirit has power to fill the person who receives it and makes him amissionary. The fullness of the Holy Spirit is expressed by the first readingof the book of the prophet Isaiah today, which says that the Spirit of God gives him the Spirit of wisdom andunderstanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and piety, and the Spirit of fear of God. Those hundreds of young recipients of theSacrament of Confirmation and all of us who have been gifted with the HolySpirit on theoccasions of Sacrament of Confirmation in the past, are missionaries. We have received the HolySpirit who fills us, and we are sent to our respective places to be witnessesfor Christ. The world around us, especially those around us, have the right toreceive God's blessings through our good deeds that are full of love from the testimony of ourlives. Today'sreadings mention two basic legitimacy for someone who is sent. A messenger inthe ministry of word, sacrament, love and pastoral not in his own name, but inthe name of Jesus Christ and is filled with the Holy Spirit. To carry out thistask, he incarnates or unites with the local context and people where he livesand works. Thus his missionary spirit is real and true. Let's pray. In the name of theFather... O Lord Jesus, may we be more diligent in carrying out Your mission inour respective duties and works. Glory to theFather and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit ... In the name of the Father...

Delivered by Christiana Anugrani from the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indoensia. Isaiah 2: 1-5; Rs psalm 122: 1-2.3-4a; Matthew 8: 5-11.PEOPLE FROM ALLCORNERS OF THE WORLD HEAR THE LORD'S CALL  The title for our meditation today is: People from All Corners of theWorld Hear the Lord's Call. The priest's sermon at the Mass of the first Sundayof Advent focused on the theme of self-preparation. In conclusion, he said thatin the end there are two groups of people who respond to God's call about doingpreparation. Those who prepare themselves are those who truly andwholeheartedly welcome the Lord. While those who don't prepare are those whodon't welcome wholeheartedly. After the Mass therewas a discussion in a family. A mother brought some good news for the wholefamily. Her husband and children almost believed that the mother was planning aChristmas party at home, guests to be invited, and the New Year celebration forall the extended families. But it turned out that the good news from the motherwas not of their expectation. However, that news would not disturb their Christmas and New Year celebration. The good news is thattheir close neighbor family consisting of husband, wife and three childrendecided to join the Catholic Church. They were non Catholics yet. The motherwho is also a parochial activist would help them to register as catechumens andto accompany them during the period of catechumenate. What a good news comingat the beginning of Advent! Today our readings proclaim about all corners ofthe world listening to the voice of God's call, and they follow it. From a particularpoint of view, those who are usually expected to listen to God and showobedience to Him are those who believe and are included as members in theChurch. It is similar to say that children are required to behave well and areobedient to their parents. Expecting such attitudes from children of otherfamilies and even strangers is certainly impossible. The book of the prophetIsaiah clearly illustrates that a select group of people and the chosen onesare the successors to maintain the glory in the house of God. In this house, theLord Jesus Christ dwells as the glorious king, the king of all people. The LordJesus indeed perfects the call to all people on earth. He was sent by theFather to everyone, and not only to a group of people. Thus, the foreigner anda non Jewish person like the officer in Capernaum also had his place in theLord's heart. He Instead represents the humanity from all corners of the earthwho hear and come to meet the Lord. This non believer officer reminds all of usthat in this Advent season we are required to listen and come to God to receiveblessings from Him.Let's pray. In the name of the Father... God almighty, fill our lives with Your Spirit that we may grow moreactively in making preparations to welcome the coming of Your Kingdom. HailMary, full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they explore John's magnificent prologue for the Fourth Sunday of Advent (December 21st). This episode examines one of Scripture's most eloquent passages - the opening 18 verses of John's Gospel that present a cosmic perspective on the incarnation. The hosts dive deep into the poetic and hymnic qualities of John's prologue, contrasting its cosmic, awe-inspiring message with the traditional nativity narratives. Rather than focusing on shepherds and mangers, this passage presents the Word becoming flesh in ethereal, almost haunting language that integrates both mind and heart. This episode unpacks the multi-dimensional concept of "zoe" (life) in Greek, which encompasses physical existence, relational connection with God, communal belonging, and resurrection promise. The hosts trace how this theme of life runs throughout John's entire Gospel - from "God so loved the world" in John 3:16 to Jesus declaring "I am the way, the truth, and the life." The discussion explores the profound imagery of light and darkness, emphasizing how people are naturally drawn to the light of Christmas Eve candles as an embodiment of humanity's deep longing for relationship with God. As Augustine wrote, "You have created us for yourself and our hearts are restless until they rest in you." TIMECODES: 00:00 Introduction to the Prologue of John's Gospel 02:52 The Cosmic Perspective of Jesus' Significance 06:06 Exploring the Theme of Life in John's Gospel 08:50 The Multidimensional Nature of Life 12:07 The Relationship Between Humanity and the Divine

Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 22nd, 2024 by Sermons and Catechesis from Christ Church, Waco

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

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

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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)

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

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

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

Open Door Church is in the Advent sermon series. Pastor Stephen Mizell preaches on peace. Advent December 8, 2024 Pastor Stephen Mizell Open Door Church, Edenton, NC

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

Homily given at St. Thomas à Becket on the 2nd Sunday in Advent (December 8, 2024).

How can we hear the "voice" of one crying in the wilderness without stillness and silence? 

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Greetings.Thank you for listening to this week's reflection on the Gospel during this Advent Season.  I pray that all is going well for you as we await the coming of Jesus.God bless.Fr. Kennedy

Homily for the 1st Sunday of Advent (December 1, 2024) Total Time: 10m16s

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Mass Readings for First Sunday of Advent December 1, 2024 Reading 1, Jeremiah 33:14-16 Responsorial Psalm, Psalms 25:4-5, 8-9, 10, 14 Reading 2, First Thessalonians 3:12-4:2 Gospel, Luke 21:25-28, 34-36

Homily given at St. Thomas à Becket on the 1st Sunday of Advent (December 1, 2024).

We prepare for Christmas by preparing for the second coming. 

Greetings.We are here already!  The First Sunday of Advent.  I pray you have a blessed Advent Season.Thank you for listening to this week's podcast.God bless.Fr. Kennedy