Second Week of Advent

The Second week of Advent we light the Candle of Peace and last weeks Candle of Hope.






Sunday's Readings (December 5)
Matthew 3:1-12




John the Baptist seems to be a believer in the saying, "Actions speak louder than words." He tells the religious leaders of his day, "Give some evidence that you mean to reform."

John wanted everyone to be ready for the Messiah: no excuses!

How are you getting ready for the Messiah? Are your actions of justice, peace, and love speaking loud and clear as you prepare for Christmas? Are you really a follower of Christ or are you just jumping on the Advent-Christmas bandwagon? (A bandwagon is a wagon or "float" that carries the band in a parade. Someone who "jumps on the bandwagon" wants to be in the parade but doesn't want to do the hard walking. He or she just wants to ride along with the band and enjoy the music!) Take a few quiet moments and ask Saint John the Baptist to suggest something just, peaceful, and loving that you could do to prepare to celebrate Christmas as a true follower of Christ. Give some evidence that you mean to be ready! (You may want to join with a partner to do something special. The more the merrier!)

Cited from: http://www.sadlierreligion.com/sacraments/liturgy.cfm?isarchive=1&id=141