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