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2nd Sunday in Advent – Year C (2021)

Filed Under: Feasts Holy Days and Seasons

Sunday, December 5, 2021

The readings for the Second Sunday in Advent for Year C tell us to hopefully look forward to the coming of Jesus Christ. God has planned this since the beginning of time. In the first reading (Baruch 5:1-9) we hear that God will raise up “a just shoot” who will bring safety. The psalm (Psalm 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6) declares “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.” In the second reading (Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11) Paul reassures us that God will complete the great work he has begun. And in the gospel (Luke 3:1-6), we hear the genealogy of Jesus.

These readings lend themselves to a discussion of covenants, family, and salvation history. Here are some ideas:

Surprise a Neighbor
Today for your advent activity, why not do something nice for a neighbor? You never know when somebody might really need an act of kindness.
Have a Prayer Service While Hanging a Wreath
Put out a wreath today for your Advent activity. Wreaths are commonly used during Advent and at Christmas, so tie this holiday tradition in with its spiritual meaning.  Hang a wreath on your front door or elsewhere in your house. Use the this prayer service to make the wreath serve as a reminder of our salvation.
Advent: More Than a Chocolate Calendar
In this video, Fr. Mike tells us that Advent is not a penitential season. Advent is a season of devout and joyful preparation for the coming of Jesus.
Family Circle Game
Family Circle is a game which works well as an icebreaker or for a lesson about relationships. It also makes sense for a meeting about human dignity. We are all members of God's family.
Put Up the Tree and Do a Christmas Tree Blessing
Doing a Christmas tree blessing helps us focus again on the true meaning of this busy season, which is especially important as we draw nearer to Christmas and are worrying about things like purchasing few more gifts or getting ready for guests.
Complete the Good Work
I pray always with joy in my every prayer for all of you, because of your partnership for the gospel from the first day until now. I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.

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