17th Dec, 2023. St. John the Baptist says "Make straight the way of Jesus". (St. John 1. 23)

My dear people of God, Praise be to Jesus Christ and Jesus be praised now and forever, Amen. In the Name of Jesus Christ, I welcome you all to the 3rd Sunday of Advent in 17th December, 2023 Liturgical Readings of the Catholic Church and a reflection. 1st Reading: Isaiah 61. 1 – 2, 10 - 11. Responsorial Psalm: Psalm (Luke 1) Response: My soul shall exult in my God. 2nd Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5. 16 – 24 Gospel Acclamation: (St. Luke 4. 18) Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord is upon me; he has sent me to bring good news to the poor. Alleluia. Gospel Reading: St. John 1. 6 – 8, 19 - 28. May the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Heavenly Mother, intercede for us. Please note, it is in ENGLISH. December 17th, 2023. St. John the Baptist says “Make straight the way of the Lord.”