A.D. 2004 December 9
The Thursday Before the Third Sunday of Advent
Lessons
Revised Common Lectionary Expanded Daily Readings — Year A
- Ruth’s fidelity toward Naomi and her people — Ruth 1:6–18
- God lifts up those bowed down — Psalm 146:5–10
- The promise of the Lord’s coming — II Peter 3:1–10
- The proclamation of John the Baptist — Luke 3:1–9
Other lectionaries
Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings — Year A
- Ruth’s fidelity toward Naomi and her people — Ruth 1:6–18
- God lifts up those bowed down — Psalm 146:5–10
- The promise of the Lord’s coming — II Peter 3:1–10
Liturgical Colors
Purple