The birth of John the Baptist. O Emmanuel.
Advent
December 23 (Late Advent)
First Reading
Malachi 3:1-4, 23-24
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 25
“Lift up your heads and see: your redemption is near at hand.”
Gospel
Luke 1:57-66
Citations follow the Roman Lectionary for Mass. Open each reference in your preferred Bible to pray with the text.