A. Introduction to the Holy Mass
Dear
Sisters and Brothers,
Good
morning!
As
we celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent today, the message of repentance loudly
proclaimed by Saint John the Baptist urges Christians to make a change of their
lives so that we may be worthy of the Savior’s salvation when He comes.
We
pray in this Holy Mass to the Lord God for the grace of conversion of heart as
the starting point of the renewal of our lives, and also that of the whole
human family.
Kindly
all stand for the entrance hymn.
B. Introduction to the Readings
a) First Reading Is 11:1-10
The
Prophet Isaiah introduces to the world the upcoming Savior Who is anointed with
the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit, and Who will in turn grant these gifts to
those ready to welcome Him.
b) Second Reading Rom 15:4-9
For
Saint Paul the Christian community may bear witness to the coming of Our Lord
Jesus Christ when its members live up to the spirit of charity present in what
they think, speak and do.
Hymns for Holy Mass
a)
Entrance: Jesus, Come to Us (EM 2014 #
35)
b)
Offertory: All Good Gifts (EM 2013 # 198)
c)
Communion:
d)
Recessional: Waiting in Silence (EM
2014 # 32)
