A.D. 1959 December 27
The First Sunday After Christmas Day
Lessons
Revised Common Lectionary — Year A
- Israel saved by God’s own presence — Isaiah 63:7–9
- God’s splendor is over earth and heaven — Psalm 148
- Christ frees humankind — Hebrews 2:10–18
- The slaughter of innocent children — Matthew 2:13–23
Liturgical Colors
White or Gold
The Third Day of Christmas
Lessons
Revised Common Lectionary Expanded Daily Readings — Year A
- Wisdom’s part in creation — Proverbs 8:22–31
- God’s splendor is over earth and heaven — Psalm 148
- Whoever loves God loves God’s child — I John 5:1–12
- Loved before the foundation of the world — John 17:20–24
Other lectionaries
Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings — Year A
- Wisdom’s part in creation — Proverbs 8:22–31
- God’s splendor is over earth and heaven — Psalm 148
- Whoever loves God loves God’s child — I John 5:1–12
Liturgical Colors
White or Gold