FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT YEAR C
Two important elements in December - the colour of the Church changes to purple and we now move to Year C and the Gospel of Luke is used. 

First Reading Jeremiah 33:14 - 16     
The day is coming when the Lord will fulfil his promises.

Second Reading  1 Thessalonians 3:12 - 4:2    
Conduct yourself in a way pleasing to God.

Gospel  Luke 21:25-28, 34-36     
Be ready for the second coming.

Who is Luke?
Luke was a companion of Paul, and the focus of his writings was to minimise the differences between the early Christians and promote harmony within the Church. His work is used throughout Year C. 

Are you traveling to Bethlehem?
Figuratively not actually. As we travel in this Advent time, we are setting out to contemplate God’s love put on display in a manager. 

Did you know?
In the USA, 20% of people born since 2000, state that they identify as “none”, that is no religion or religious practice. 

How does that look in our community? How are we working towards spreading the Gospel through our actions and deeds?