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Second Sunday of Advent John prepares the people for the coming of Jesus. He always points to Jesus, who is coming after him and who is greater than him. Recording is of a Mass offered at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY at 9:00 am on December 10, 2023.
Third Sunday of Advent John is confused for long-awaited, important, and noteworthy figures, yet John says that there is another greater than he who is coming. Recording is of a Mass offered at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY at 4:30 pm on December 16, 2023.
From our December 24, 2023 service.
The Rev. Seth Cain - The Third Sunday of Advent - John 1:19-28
Sarah Schneider Watson, co-lead pastor, is speaking from Luke 3 on John the Baptist. John lived a unique life but he was called the greatest prophet. Why? Simply because he was the closest to the Messiah, Jesus.
Advent John 1:29-34 December 13, 2023
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Third Sunday of Advent - John 1:6-8, 19-28 Anne McLean grew up and was educated by the Sisters of Mercy and the Sisters of St Joseph in Bathurst. After a time of teaching in the Western suburbs of Sydney, Anne came to Mudgee. She and her late husband, David, cared for and nurtured their 10 children in Mudgee NSW. When their children began school at St Matthews, David and Anne began their involvement in their education. Anne represented parents of children in Catholic schools at local, diocesan, state and National levels. She has been involved in her local Parish, including Sacramental Programs and various other ministries; she was also member of the Diocesan Pastoral Council. It is with humility and hope that she shares her being received ‘Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice', an honour awarded by the Pope to members of the clergy and laity for service to the Catholic Church. Born in Coonabarabran, Alice Sullivan RSJ is a Sister of St Joseph living in Bathurst. Alice was a primary school teacher in the Diocese of Bathurst for many years and was also involved in youth ministry with her sister, Maria Sullivan RSJ in the Bathurst diocese. After a 5 year period managing a refuge in Sydney, Alice returned to the Bathurst diocese where for 15 years she was the Pastoral Associate in Mudgee. Alice is now involved as a volunteer in ministries in the Cathedral Parish in Bathurst. While in Mudgee, Anne, Alice and Annie Flynn (inaugural participant and collaborator on the development of the book by the same name) developed a program called “Conversations about Catholics” to assist young families navigating the faith journey in their children's lives. This program has been shared with many dioceses and has been a resource which seems to help people in this journey. A link to the program is on the Diocese of Bathurst website.
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Luke 1:5-25
Advent - John 1:1-18: This Sunday is Christmas Day! For many the day will be filled with gifts and food, family and friends. But, no matter where or how you are celebrating, we encourage you to take time to pause and join us online for a simple service of carols and reflection. As we gather around God's Word we will marvel at the mystery of Jesus; who is God and is with God, who took on human flesh and blood and lived among us. And we will consider together the difference His miraculous birth makes in our lives and our world.
WEDNESDAY DEC 21 Advent John 10:10 Abundant Life
2022-12-18 Sermon- Rev. Aaron Uphoff The 4th Sunday of Advent John 1:19-28
TUESDAY DEC 20 Advent John 10:10
Pastor Mark preaces from Isaiah 35:1-10 and Matthew 11:2-11.
The God of Peace! (The Fourth Sunday of Advent) John 14:27 and Philippians 4:6-7 Is this the season of Advent or the season of Anxiety? Are you anticipating the arrival of our Savior or are you anxious about all that the holidays bring? What is peace? I have mostly thought of peace as the absence of something else, like conflict, strife, enmity, or war. I mostly think of peace as the absence of war. Truth is, the absence of war, from nearest of kin to nations, is mostly the presence of some form of truce. It is just old conflict buried like landmines across the field of our inmost being—quietly waiting to be triggered when someone steps on the tripwire. Some are thinking, "Sounds like the holidays at our house." So, what is this peace we speak of? Now that you ask me, I'm not sure I know what real peace is. Is it a "state of being" as some make it out to be? Is it the flexed threat of war withheld, as signaled by all those protesting placards, "No justice! No peace!" Give us justice or we will give you war. That's just another name for the revolution of vengeance; another tired version of the Pax Romana. Peace is beyond understanding. It doesn't fit into the calculus of war at all. Just like the opposite of love is not hatred, but indifference; so, the opposite of war is not peace but truce. What if the truth is more like, "No Peace. No Justice."? The Hebrew word for peace is shalom. It means something like all of the broken and dislocated pieces of creation, our relationships, and our lives put back together again by God into a divine integration and wellness. Peace is one of the deepest essences of agape—the love of God. Notice what happens when Jesus, who was supposed to be dead and buried, walks into the most broken and despairing rooms in history to greet the eleven most wanted men in the country. Note how he greets them: On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord. Again, Jesus said, “Peace be with you! . . . ” (John 20:19–21) Is it any wonder he is referenced by the prophets as the Prince of Peace. What is your faith concerning peace? What is your experience? Where do you need peace in your inmost being? Where was it broken? Where do you need the peace of Jesus in your relationships? How will you open yourself to the Prince of Peace today? Grace and Peace, Stephen
Friday of the Third Week in AdventJn 5:33-36Jesus said to the Jews:“You sent emissaries to John, and he testified to the truth. I do not accept testimony from a human being,but I say this so that you may be saved."
To support the ministry and get access to exclusive content, go to: http://patreon.com/logicalbiblestudy John 5: 33-36 - 'A greater than John the Baptist has never been seen; yet the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he is.' Catechism of the Catholic Church Paragraphs: - 719 (in 'John, precursor, prophet and baptist') - John the Baptist is "more than a prophet." In him, the Holy Spirit concludes his speaking through the prophets. John completes the cycle of prophets begun by Elijah. He proclaims the imminence of the consolation of Israel; he is the "voice" of the Consoler who is coming. As the Spirit of truth will also do, John "came to bear witness to the light." In John's sight, the Spirit thus brings to completion the careful search of the prophets and fulfills the longing of the angels. "He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain, this is he who baptizes with the Holy Spirit. and I have seen and have borne witness that this is the Son of God.... Behold, the Lamb of God." - 548 (in 'The Signs of the Kingdom of God') - The signs worked by Jesus attest that the Father has sent him. They invite belief in him. To those who turn to him in faith, he grants what they ask. So miracles strengthen faith in the One who does his Father's works; they bear witness that he is the Son of God (abbreviated). - 582 (in 'Jesus and the Law') - In presenting with divine authority the definitive interpretation of the Law, Jesus found himself confronted by certain teachers of the Law who did not accept his interpretation of the Law, guaranteed though it was by the divine signs that accompanied it (abbreviated) Got a Bible question? Send an email to logicalbiblestudy@gmail.com, and it will be answered in an upcoming episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daily-gospel-exegesis/message
What are you striving for? Is God's love conditional? What do you have to do to earn God's love? How does grace work? In today's episode, Keith uses John 1:14-18 to discuss the importance and depth of God's grace toward those who don't deserve it. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it with others, so others can find it too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here.
Sermons and Devotions at Grace Lutheran Church, Lexington, MO
John the Baptist faithfully preached the Word, and it landed him in prison. Even if the pure Word is unpopular, it needs to be proclaimed because it reveals Christ and the true way of salvation.
Episode Notes CHRISTMAS IS ABOUT REBIRTH Christmas celebrates the eternal Jesus giving us the opportunity to be in God's family. It is more about your rebirth than simply the birth of Jesus; it is about salvation and the gospel reaching out to the lost. For more information, please visit https://genfamily.church. Find out more at https://generations-church-sermons.pinecast.co
Friday Dec 9 Advent John 17:5
What were your parents like? What kind of family did you come from? In today's episode, Patrick shares what it's like to be a part of Jesus's family, as told in John 1:6-13. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it with others, so others can find it too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter@TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: John 1:6-13
Why do you see so much light around Christmas time? What's the purpose of Christmas lights? What does it mean that Jesus is the light of the world? in today's episode, Jensen shares what the imagery of light represents in the Bible and in John 1:4-5. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it with others, so others can find it too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter@TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: John 1:4-5
So why is Jesus's birth such a big deal? How can we know he's for real? Why should you even trust Jesus? Tanya (and John) share four reasons why you can trust Jesus as found in John 1:1-3. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it with others, so others can find it too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter@TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: John 1:1-3
1204 - Advent: John the Baptist- Liz Taylor by Genesis the Church
During the season of Advent, it's customary to revisit the story of John the Baptist, whose primary purpose was to prepare the way for Jesus. This Sunday we'll imagine what John might say to us as we prepare for the coming of Christ.
The theme for this Second Sunday of Advent is faith. Sefanit discusses this faith as evidenced in the life and example of St. John the Baptist, the Forerunner of the Word.Sefanit Stefanos is a seeker of Truth, wife, mom of three, favorite sister, and friend. Originally from Eritrea, born in Rome, and raised in Dallas, Texas, her upbringing in an Eritrean-American home shaped her worldview that she is part of a greater community. Her joy is being with family and friends, and she loves making people feel at home in her presence. Her calling in life is to introduce others to the generous love of God that she has experienced. Sefanit experienced the best of both worlds as a graduate of Texas A&M and Franciscan University and has worked in full-time ministry for more than ten years. Living in Dallas with her husband and kids, you'll find her seeking joy and gratitude amidst changing diapers and cleaning food off the walls.Read more about today's featured podcaster and saint here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/saint-john-the-baptist/Get your Advent + Christmas free downloads, new Saints for Slackers swag, and Christmas cards here: https://www.littlewithgreatlove.com/shop/This podcast is sponsored by Red Bird Ministries. Red Bird Ministries is a Catholic grief support ministry that serves ordinary families who have been given an extraordinary cross to carry called child loss. Use the promo code "PURCHASEWITHPURPOSE" to get 15% off of your order inside their benefit boutique at www.redbird.loveSpecial thanks to slacker co-host Jeff Sanchez; and musician Rev. Dr. Martin Lohrmann.
In this episode, we continue our advent devotional series with Rev. Karen Jones, our Associate Minister of Christian Education, to talk about John 8:12. Join us each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through advent for this special devotional series.
In this episode, we continue our advent devotional series with Hunter Reid, of the Connections Sunday school class, to talk about John 1:14-18. Join us each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through advent for this special devotional series.
The Lord is Near, Rejoice and Act with Justice! Join Dina Marie Hale on this weekly broadcast as she reflects upon the readings for the Sunday Mass. On this third Sunday of Advent, we hear from the prophet Zephaniah that the King of Israel is near, in our midst and from Saint Paul we are reminded to rejoice in the Lord always! The cry from John the Baptist in today's Gospel calls the people to live in kindness, and a right relationship with one another, because the Lord is near! Join us for this reflection with Dina Marie. Resources used in this recording are: The Word Among Us: Daily Meditations for Catholics http://www.wau.org/ (www.wau.org) Advent 2021 Edition. The readings for 3rd Sunday of Advent: Zephaniah 3:14-18a; Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:10-18. For the daily liturgical readings visit: http://www.usccb.org/ (www.usccb.org) or http://www.wau.org/ (www.wau.org) The podcast of this program is at http://www.materdeiradio.com/ (www.materdeiradio.com). Prayer offered at the opening of this episode: Third Week of Advent: John's disciples said to Jesus, "Are you 'He who is to come' or do we look for another?" In reply Jesus said: "Tell John what you hear and see: the blind recover their sight, cripples walk, lepers are cured, and the poor have good news preached to them..." LK 3:10 Third Week of Advent O Jesus, I rejoice at the signs that say you are near. Your power is everywhere if I could see it. Yet my eyes often see only darkness and what has yet to be done. I believe in you, yet when I look around evil seems so strong and goodness so weak. If you have come, why is there still so much suffering and why do the poor still despair? Where are your miracles today? Your grace, O Lord, is more fruitful in my world than I imagine. I know your power is everywhere around me, if I could only see it. Show me today where the blind see and cripples walk. Make my vision sharper than it is. From Christmas Prayers and Customs: Christmas Classics, Edited by Rev. Victor Hoagland, C.P., The Regina Press New York. Passionist Missionaries 1997 A Prayer Before Reading Sacred Scripture: Lord, inspire us to read your Sacred Scriptures and to meditate upon them day and night. We beg you give us real understanding of what we need, that we in turn may put its precepts into practice. Yet we know that understanding and good intentions are worthless, unless rooted in your graceful love. So we ask that the words of Scripture may also be not just signs on a page, but channels of grace into our hearts. We ask this through Our Lord Jesus Christ your son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, God forever and ever. Amen Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon http://www.archdpdx.org/ (www.archdpdx.org) Learn more at http://www.dinamarie.org/ (www.DinaMarie.org). A special thanks to the following people and parishes: Father Paul Jeyamani, All Saints Catholic Church in Portland, Oregon - https://allsaintsportland.org/ (https://allsaintsportland.org/) Father Bryan Ochs and Deacon Fred Johnson, Rose de Viterbo in Longview, Washington; Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Kelso, Washington; St. Catherine Mission, Cathlamet, WA and St. Mary Catholic Church in Castle Rock, WA - https://www.stroselongview.com/ (https://www.stroselongview.com/) Father Emmanuel Ochigbo, Sunday Homily Series http://www.frochigbo.blogspot.com/ (www.frochigbo.blogspot.com) Father Mike Schmitz Sunday Mass on Ascension Presents YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVdGX3N-WIJ5nUvklBTNhAw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVdGX3N-WIJ5nUvklBTNhAw) Archbishop Alexander Sample, St. Mary's Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland, Oregon. https://www.maryscathedral.com/ (https://www.maryscathedral.com/) Father Anthony Galati, Holy Trinity Catholic Church in
In this episode, we continue our advent devotional series with Erin Mercer, of the Foundations Sunday school class, to talk about John 1:9-13. Join us each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through advent for this special devotional series.
In this episode, we continue our advent devotional series with David Phipps, of the Grace Sunday school class, to talk about John 1:6-8. Join us each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through advent for this special devotional series.
In this episode, we continue our advent devotional series with Rob Davis, of the Seekers Sunday school class (Downtown), to talk about John 1:5. Join us each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through advent for this special devotional series.
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In this episode, we continue our advent devotional series with Chris Hayes, of the Branches Sunday school class, to talk about John 1:1-4. Join us each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through advent for this special devotional series.
David Parks talks about what a snake and being born-again have to do with Jesus.