Stay Awake: He Could Come Today | Catholic Readings & Reflection

First Sunday of Advent | Catholic Mass Readings, Reflection, and Advent Preparation As we begin the First Sunday of Advent, the Church invites us into a season of hope, awakening, and joyful anticipation. Today’s readings from Isaiah, Psalm 122, Romans 13, and Matthew 24 call us to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ — not with fear, but with readiness, peace, and expectation. In this video, you’ll hear the full Catholic Mass readings for the First Sunday of Advent, followed by a prayerful reflection to help you enter the season with clarity and purpose. Advent is a time to slow down, return to God, and welcome the light of Christ into the places that need healing and renewal. Whether you’re praying with the daily readings, deepening your faith, or simply wanting to understand the meaning of Advent more deeply, this reflection will guide you step-by-step into this holy season. 🙏 Key Themes in Today’s Readings: • Walking in the light of the Lord (Isaiah 2) • Rejoicing as we go to the house of God (Psalm 122) • Casting off the works of darkness (Romans 13) • Staying awake and spiritually ready for Christ (Matthew 24) 📌 What You’ll Experience in This Video: • Full Catholic Mass readings (Lectionary 1) • Advent-themed reflection rooted in Catholic tradition • Calm, reverent imagery that draws you into prayer • A clear, practical message for starting Advent with purpose ✨ If this video blesses you, please like, subscribe, and share your prayer intentions in the comments. We pray with you each day.