A Weblog Dedicated to the Discussion of the Christian Faith and 21st Century Life

A Weblog Dedicated to the Discussion of the Christian Faith and 21st Century Life
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I do not seek to understand that I may believe, but I believe in order to understand. For this also I believe, –that unless I believed, I should not understand.-- St. Anselm of Canterbury (1033-1109)

Sunday, December 17, 2017

Scriptures and Prayer for the Third Sunday of Advent

Old Testament: Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11

Psalter: Psalm 126 or Luke 1:46b-55

Epistle: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Gospel: John 1:6-8, 19-28
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Merciful God of peace, your work, spoken by the prophets, restores your people's life and hope.  Fill our hearts with the joy of your saving grace, that we may hold fast to your great goodness and in our lives proclaim your justice in all the world. Amen.

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