Advent is the beginning of the Church year.   Many people plan the four Sunday’s of Advent together, to balance the pressure to start using Christmas Carols before the Christmas season actually starts.

First: Isaiah 63-64 – .The prophet pleads with God to come:   “Our Redeemer is your ancient name …. Oh that you would tear the heavens open and come down – at your Presence the mountains would melt.)

Psalm 79 – God of hosts, bring us back; let your face shine on us and we shall be saved.

Second: I Corinthians – I never stop thanking God for all the graces you have received … you are waiting for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed.

Gospel: Mark 13:33-37– Stay awake because you do not know when the master of the house is coming … if he comes unexpected he must not find you asleep.

Waiting for Christ’s coming.   Being ready, prepared, alert.