Rejoice, the Lord is near!

Gary Zimak

Posted December 12, 2020

This week Gary Zimak looks at the Mass readings for the Third Sunday Advent, Dec. 13.

Rejoice! That’s the message we hear on the Third Sunday of Advent. Join Gary as he takes a closer look at the reason for rejoicing. The Lord is near. It’s time to get excited!

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