First reading: Thus says the Lord God: Lo, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me. (Mal. 3:1a) Psalm: Who is this king of glory? It is the Lord! (Ps. 24) Second reading: Because he himself was…

First reading: The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom a light has shone. (Is. 9:1) Psalm: The Lord is my light and my salvation. (Ps. 27) Second…

First reading: I will make you a light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the ends of the earth. (Is. 49:6b) Psalm: Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will. (Ps. 40) Second reading: Grace…

First reading: Here is my servant whom I uphold, my chosen one with whom I am pleased. (Is. 42:1) Psalm: The Lord will bless his people with peace. (Ps. 29) Second reading: God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy…

First reading: Rise up in splendor, Jerusalem! Your light has come, the glory of the Lord shines upon you. (Is. 60:1) Psalm: Lord, every nation on earth will adore you. (Ps. 72) Second reading: The Gentiles are coheirs, members of…