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FAITH BOOK 3rd SUNDAY OF ADVENT (A) Dec. 14, 2025 Isaiah 35: 1-6a, 10; Psalm 146; James 5: 7-10; Matthew 11: 2-11 By: Jude Siciliano , OP
Mini-reflections on the Sunday scripture readings designed for persons on the run. “Faith Book” is also brief enough to be posted in the Sunday parish bulletins people take home.From today’s Letter of St. James:
“You must be patient. Make your hearts firm because the coming of the Lord is near” Reflection:
James gives us the image of a farmer who waits for the “precious fruit of the earth,” trusting that time, patience and God’s providence will bring growth. He reminds us at this Advent time to live in faith in what is unseen, “not yet.” He is inviting us to trust that time and God’s providence will bring growth.
So, we ask ourselves: 1. Where in my life am I being called to wait with faith rather than anxiety? 2. How can I “make my heart firm” through prayer, or service, during this Advent season? 3. In what way can I practice gentleness and patience with others as I prepare for the Lord’s coming.
Click here for a link to this Sunday’s readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121425.cfm FAITH BOOK ARCHIVE: (The latest are always listed first.)
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