December 2024 is Year C in the Sunday liturgical cycle. See Mass readings resources for specific Sundays and feast days in for December 2024 here. Learn more about lectionary cycles from the USCCB.
Sundays and Holy Days in December 2024
1st Sunday of Advent
Sunday December 1, 2024
The readings for the 1st Sunday in Advent Year C remind us to prepare for the coming of the Lord and embrace the changes that accompany His arrival. They emphasize the need for vigilance, love, and openness to transformation.
2nd Sunday of Advent
Sunday December 8, 2024
The readings for the 2nd Sunday of Advent Year C encourage hopeful anticipation of the coming of Jesus Christ, a plan established by God since the beginning. They speak of God gathering His people, assuring the completion of His work, and feature the proclamation of John the Baptist.
The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Monday December 9, 2024
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, transferred to the 9th in December 2024, commemorates the conception of Mary without the stain of original sin. The readings highlight the role of Mary’s fiat in God’s plan for the salvation of the world, emphasizing her unique and holy position as the Mother of God.
3rd Sunday of Advent
Sunday December 15, 2024
The readings for the 3rd Sunday of Advent Year C, also known as Gaudete Sunday, inspire us to rejoice in the new life brought by Jesus Christ. The readings emphasize the arrival of a mighty savior who brings joy and love, and call us to repentance and preparation for the coming of the Lord. Key themes include the Incarnation, humility, and the call to prepare for the Lord’s arrival.
4th Sunday of Advent
Sunday December 22, 2024
The readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent Year C highlight themes of hospitality, history, and family. The readings reveal that the Messiah will be born in Bethlehem, emphasize the importance of doing God’s will, and depict the visitation of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth, who recognizes the anointed one in Mary’s womb. Key themes include welcome and hospitality, recognizing Jesus, family bonds, and the significance of small events in a larger context.
Christmas Day – The Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord
Wednesday December 25, 2024
The readings for the Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) include the Vigil Mass, Mass During the Night, Mass at Dawn, and Mass During the Day. These readings emphasize the joyous celebration of the incarnation of Jesus Christ, God becoming one of us. Key themes include the saving grace of Jesus, and the light and salvation brought by the birth of our Savior.
The Feast of the Holy Family
Sunday December 29, 2024
The Feast of the Holy Family Year C focuses on consecration, holiness, and sacred spaces. The readings highlight the importance of family relationships and the dedication of children to God. Key themes include the blessings of family, the love that binds us together, and the recognition of sacred spaces in our lives.
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