Sunday, December 22, 2024

4th Sunday of Advent: Obedience to God's Will (C) 12
Key Passage
Elizabeth said, "Blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spoken to her by the Lord." (Luke 1:45)
Questions
Adults: When was it hardest for you to trust in God's plan for you, as Mary did? What can help you at such times?
Children: When is it hardest for you to obey a parent or teacher? What can help you obey with more trust?

Readings

First Reading • Restoration Through the Messiah
Micah 5:1-4a (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Psalm
Psalms 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Second Reading • The Second Covenant
Hebrews 10:5-10 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Gospel • The Visit to Elizabeth
Luke 1:39-45 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
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