A.D. 1944 December 17
The Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday)
Lessons
Revised Common Lectionary — Year A
- The desert blooms — Isaiah 35
- God lifts up those bowed down — Psalm 146:5–10 or My spirit rejoices in God — Luke 1:46b–55
- Patience until the Lord’s coming — James 5:7–10
- The forerunner of Christ — Matthew 11:2–11
Liturgical Colors
Purple (Rose optional)