First Sunday of Advent, November 29
MERCY FOUND
RECOGNIZE AND RECEIVE GOD’S MERCY
Sunday Readings
First Reading
Jeremiah 33:14-16
The Lord will fulfill his promises to Israel and Judah.
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 25:4-5,8-9,10,14
The Lord will teach us his paths.
Second Reading
1 Thessalonians 3:12—4:2
Paul encourages the Thessalonians to be holy and to please God.
Gospel Reading
Luke 21:25-28,34-36
Jesus teaches his disciples to be vigilant so that they will be ready when the Son of Man comes in glory.
Question of the Week
Adult - Can you identify examples of God's Mercy already present in your life?
Youth - Where have you seen forgiveness in your life? How do you see God working in those situations?
Child - When have you forgiven someone or have you been forgiven? How do you think that made God happy?
Reading Resources
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Misericordiae Vultus - Pope Francis’ Pastoral Letter on the Year of Mercy
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Vatican’s Jubilee of Mercy Official Website - www.im.va/content/gdm/en.html
Related Ministries in the Parish
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Eucharistic Adoration - Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:00 pm (English), First Friday of the Month 6:00 to 8:00 pm (Spanish)