THE SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
DECEMBER 7, 2025
Find this Sunday's readings here.

Isaiah foresaw God’s future when the world will be ruled by a new and ideal ‘King David’ (“a shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse”) and the earth will be filled with knowledge of the Lord. What do you hope for in your future?
Paul encouraged the community of believers in Rome to be in harmony with each other in thought and mind. Are there relationships in your life you consider to be harmonious?
Gospel Reading
John the Baptist taught the people to prepare for the kingdom of heaven by repenting of sins and producing “good fruit.” What could you do this second week of Advent to make a positive impact?
PRAYER FOR SPIRITUAL COMMUNION

A prayer for those who may wish to, but are unable to receive Communion, for whatever reason.
My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You.
Amen