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Lectionary Reflections – Sunday 22nd December 2024

Fourth Sunday of Advent                             Year C                         22nd  December 2024 Lectionary Readings:   Micah 5 v2-5a;     Hebrews 10 v5-10;     Luke 1 v39-45 (46-55). An invitation to make a connection. When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, her baby moved within her. The Holy Spirit came upon Elizabeth. (Luke 1 v41). Why has Luke mentioned the Holy Spirit in…

Lectionary Reflections – Sunday 15th December 2024

Third Sunday of Advent                     Year C                                              15th December 2024 Lectionary Readings:   Zephaniah 3 v14-20;   Philippians 4 v4-7;   Luke 3 v7-18. Jumping on the bandwagon. ‘Crowds of people came out to be baptized, but John said to them, “You snakes! Who warned you to run from the coming judgement? Do something to show that you…

Lectionary Reflections – Sunday 8th December 2024

Second Sunday of Advent                            Year C                               8th December 2024 Lectionary readings:   Malachi 3 v1-4;   Philippians 1 v3-11;   Luke 3 v1-6. Being able to see the saving power of God. The prophet Malachi speaking on God’s behalf said; “The messenger you desire is coming with my promise and he is on his way.” (Malachi…

Lectionary Reflections – Sunday 1st December 2024

First Sunday of Advent                                Year C                                 1st December 2024 Lectionary readings: Jeremiah 33 v14-16;  Psalm 25 v1-10;  1 Thessalonians 3 v9-13;    Luke 21 v25-36. Looking back and moving on. The lectionary readings this week are a curious mix. They seem to be inviting us to look back to our roots, to ponder our…