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1st Sunday of Advent C

December 1, 2024

Grades 7-12

Grades 7-12

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QUESTIONS - 1ST READING

Jer 33:14-16

1st Sunday of Advent C

In Jeremiah 33:14-16, who does God promise to send?

A. A mighty warrior

B. A righteous Branch

C. A wise king

D. A powerful prophet

What will the promised one do when they come, according to Jeremiah 33:14-16?

A. Conquer other nations

B. Execute justice and righteousness

C. Bring wealth to the people

D. Establish a new government

According to Jeremiah 33:15, what will happen in the future?

A. A great flood will cover the Earth

B. A righteous king will be crowned

C. The people will be exiled to a foreign land

D. A righteous Branch will spring up for David

In Jeremiah 33:16, what does God promise Jerusalem will be named?

A. City of Peace

B. City of Hope

C. City of Righteousness

D. City of God's Salvation

Who is the source of the promise mentioned in Jeremiah 33:14-16?

A. King David

B. The prophet Jeremiah

C. The people of Jerusalem

D. The Lord our Righteousness

ANSWERS

  1. B. A righteous Branch
  2. B. Execute justice and righteousness
  3. D. A righteous Branch will spring up for David
  4. C. City of Righteousness
  5. D. The Lord our Righteousness
QUESTIONS - 2ND READING

1 Thes 3:12—4:2

1st Sunday of Advent C

In 1 Thessalonians 3:12, what does Paul hope the Lord will cause to increase and abound in love for one another?

A. Faith

B. Knowledge

C. Strength

D. Wisdom

According to 1 Thessalonians 3:13, what does Paul desire to be strengthened for the Thessalonians?

A. Hearts

B. Minds

C. Bodies

D. Spirits

In 1 Thessalonians 4:1, Paul urges the Thessalonians to please God by doing what?

A. Loving one another

B. Serving others

C. Increasing in faith

D. Giving generously

According to 1 Thessalonians 4:3, what is God's will for the Thessalonians?

A. To be holy and abstain from sin

B. To spread the Gospel to all nations

C. To be prosperous and successful

D. To build a strong community of believers

In 1 Thessalonians 4:2, Paul refers to the instructions given by the Lord through whom?

A. The prophets

B. The apostles

C. The angels

D. The scribes

ANSWERS

  1. A. Faith
  2. D. Hearts
  3. A. Loving one another
  4. A. To be holy and abstain from sin
  5. B. The apostles
QUESTIONS - GOSPEL

Lk 21:25-28, 34-36

1st Sunday of Advent C

According to Luke 21:25-26, what will happen to the powers of heaven before the coming of the Son of Man?

A. They will be shaken

B. They will fall to the Earth

C. They will be multiplied

D. They will be hidden

In Luke 21:27, what does Jesus say will be seen when the Son of Man comes in a cloud with power and great glory?

A. Signs in the sky

B. The fulfillment of all prophecy

C. The end of the world

D. The conversion of the nations

According to Luke 21:28, what should people do when they see the events described in the previous verses?

A. Be afraid

B. Rejoice

C. Prepare

D. Stand up and lift up their heads

In Luke 21:34, what does Jesus warn about excessive eating, drinking, and the anxieties of life?

A. They lead to sickness

B. They distract from God's word

C. They are traps for the unwary

D. They cause spiritual blindness

According to Luke 21:36, what should believers do to escape the coming tribulation and stand before the Son of Man?

A. Be vigilant and pray

B. Store up treasures in heaven

C. Endure persecution

D. Flee to the mountains

ANSWERS

  1. A. They will be shaken
  2. A. Signs in the sky
  3. D. Stand up and lift up their heads
  4. B. They distract from God's word
  5. A. Be vigilant and pray

Teen-Friendly Homilies &
Group Discussions

Each week, THE WORD THIS WEEK will be using AI generative technology
to transform homilies from the following preachers
into fun and easy-to-understand messages for young teens.

Deacon Peter McCulloch
Dominican BlackFriars
Fr. Charles E. Irvin
Fr. Vincent Hawkswell
Fr. Bob Warren, SA

Fr. Joe Jagodensky, SDS
Fr. George Smiga
Msgr. Charles Pope
Fr. John Kavanaugh, SJ

“The days are coming, says the LORD, when I will fulfill the promise 
    I made to the house of Israel and Judah.”

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SOURCE: The Religion Teacher

The Advent wreath serves as a powerful symbol of preparation, hope, and spiritual reflection for Christians as they anticipate the celebration of Christ’s birth during the Advent season.

The Meaning of the Advent Wreath

1st Sunday of Advent C

Symbolism of the Advent Wreath

What does the circle of the Advent wreath represent? The circle symbolizes eternity and strength, reminding us that God is eternal, uncreated, and always was and will be.

What do the evergreen leaves symbolize? Evergreen leaves represent life amidst death and new life despite cold and darkness, as they stay green through winter.

Candles and Their Meaning

What do the four candles of the Advent wreath symbolize? The four candles represent Christ, the light of the world, symbolizing prayerful expectation for his coming and reminding us of his presence and the gift of new life.

What is the significance of the purple candles? Purple candles symbolize royalty and prayer, reminding us to focus on prayer and penance during Advent rather than shopping and gift-giving.

Special Candle and Timing

What is the significance of the rose candle? The rose candle, lit on the third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday), symbolizes joy and rejoicing for the anticipated arrival of Christ at Christmas.

How does the Advent wreath represent the four weeks leading to Christmas? The four candles, lit one each week for the four Sundays leading to Christmas, represent a time of prayerful expectation for Christ’s coming into the world.

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BIZZY MAMA (1:37) – As a Christian tradition, the wreath holds the four Advent candles. The candles represent Jesus coming as the light in darkness. One candle is lit each Sunday until all four candles are lit, and sometimes a fifth candle is lit on Christmas. As Christmas draws nearer, each candle brings a little more light into the darkness.

Symbolism and Meaning

What do the four Advent candles represent? The four Advent candles symbolize Jesus coming as light in darkness, representing hope, faith, joy, and peace as the Messiah brings light into the world.

What is the significance of the white Christ candle? The white Christ candle, lit on Christmas Eve, represents Christ’s life and purity, symbolizing Him as the sinless, pure Savior.

Special Sundays

What is Gaudete Sunday? The third Sunday of Advent, known as Gaudete Sunday, celebrates the joy of Jesus’ birth and marks the midpoint of Advent.

What does the final purple candle symbolize? Lit on the fourth Sunday of Advent, the final purple candle symbolizes peace, echoing the angels’ message of “peace on earth, goodwill toward men”.