The Word became flesh

Gary Zimak

Posted December 20, 2020

This week Gary Zimak looks at the Mass readings for the Fourth Sunday Advent, Dec. 20.

As we approach the end of the Advent season, the church calls attention to the monumental event when the Word became flesh and dwelled among us. Gary urges us to get ready — the Savior is coming!

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