Liturgical Bible Study Guide: 3rd Sunday of Advent Cycle B

3rd Sunday of Advent

For the past two weeks we have heard of the Lord’s coming as judge of all at the end of time. The Priest wears penitential purple during this season to help us realize our part in turning from God’s covenant and participating in acts of darkness (sin), although pink or rose may be worn on […]

Liturgical Bible Study Guide: 2nd Sunday of Advent Cycle B

2nd Sunday of Advent

Introduction Advent is really a season in two parts, with the 1st two weeks concerned with the Lord’s coming as Judge of all at the end of time and the 2nd two weeks serving as the proximate preparation for His coming in the flesh. Our activities, like the Church’s readings, should reflect that dual character. The Old Testament […]

Liturgical Bible Study Guide: 3rd Sunday of Advent Cycle A

3rd Sunday of Advent

Introduction For the past two weeks we have heard of the Lord’s coming as judge of all at the end of time. The priest wears penitential purple during this season to help us realize our part in turning from God’s covenant and participating in acts of darkness (sin), although pink may be worn on this, […]

Liturgical Bible Study – 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading 1 Wis 6:12-16 Resplendent and unfading is wisdom, and she is readily perceived by those who love her, and found by those who seek her. She hastens to make herself known in anticipation of their desire; Whoever watches for her at dawn shall not be disappointed, for he shall find her sitting by his […]

Liturgical Bible Study – 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Reading 1 Mal 1:14b-2:2b, 8-10 A great King am I, says the LORD of hosts, and my name will be feared among the nations. And now, O priests, this commandment is for you: If you do not listen, if you do not lay it to heart, to give glory to my name, says the LORD […]