The First Sunday of Advent

In this week's Encountering the Word video for the First Sunday of Advent, Jeff Cavins reminds us to prepare and always be ready for Christ's return. The readings are:

First Reading: Isaiah 63:16B-17, 19B; 64:2-7
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Alleluia: Psalms 85:8
Gospel: Mark 13:33-37