Sunday

13 Dec 2026

Third Sunday of Advent, Cycle B Click here for all content for this cycle Third Sunday of Advent, Cycle B

SUNDAY SUMMARY

Isaiah 61:1-2a, 10-11  A divine year of favor is announced. It requires our effort and participation.

Luke 1:46-48, 49-50, 53-54  Like Isaiah’s faithful servant, Mary of Nazareth looks to God for saving help.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-24  The “joy” in Gaudete Sunday begins here, with a constant and grateful heart.

John 1:6-8, 19-28  John answers emphatically: “I am not the Christ.” The rest of us may be a little fuzzy about that.

More resources for the month available in Seasonal notes.

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Homilist’s overview of December

Liturgical themes and feasts

We wait in joyful hope. So continues the new church year, Cycle B, with the season of Advent.

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The inner word

What’s in your heart?

A lot is stirring in today's readings, and it's all being stirred by the Holy Spirit.

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Featured Exploring the Word

A voice is calling

Even on my best days I humbly admit, “I am not the Christ.”

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Homily stories

The wonder of you

Ranked among the American Film Institute’s 100 greatest films, It’s a Wonderful Life is also one of the most beloved Christmas movies.

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Homily stories

Labels get sticky

I was at a holiday party standing around the chips and dip with a number of people, most of whom I hadn't met before. We were enjoying lively conversation about movies, politics, and current events.

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Prayers

Penitential Act & Prayer of the Faithful

Brothers and sisters with the spirit of God upon us, let us call to mind our sins and thus prepare to celebrate the sacred mysteries.

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Quotes

It is better to be a child of God than king of the whole world!

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Browse the library

Browse our library for additional Third Sunday of Advent, Cycle B material.

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