What is the theme for the 3rd week of Advent?

What is the theme for the 3rd week of Advent?

In this third week of Advent, we pause and reflect on the first half of the season, as well as look ahead to the last weeks. The joy that we have and will experience during this season magnifies as we continue to prepare for the coming of Christ, who is full of joy.

What happens on the third Sunday of Advent?

While the theme of Advent is a focus on the coming of Jesus in three ways: his first, his present, and his final Advent, the readings for Gaudete Sunday deal with rejoicing in the Lord – Christian joy – as well as the mission of John the Baptist and his connection with Advent.

What is the 3rd Advent candle?

Pink or rose represents joy or rejoicing and reveals a shift in the season of Advent away from repentance and toward celebration. The third Advent candle color on the wreath is pink. It is named the shepherd candle or candle of joy.

What reading is it for third Sunday in Advent?

Responsorial Psalm (Is 61:10b) My soul rejoices in my God. My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord; my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked upon his lowly servant.

What does the candle of the third week of Advent symbolize?

The third candle is pink and symbolizes joy. It is called the “Shepard’s Candle,” and is pink because rose is a liturgical color for joy.

What are the readings for Advent 2021?

First Sunday of Advent

• Reading I. Jer 33:14-16. The days are coming, says the LORD, when I will fulfill the promise.
• Responsorial Psalm. Ps 25:4-5, 8-9, 10, 14. R.
• Reading II. 1 Thes 3:12—4:2. May the Lord make you increase and abound in love.
• Alleluia. Ps 85:8. R.
• Gospel. Lk 21:25-28, 34-36. Jesus said to his disciples:

What is the 3rd Sunday of Advent called?

Gaudete Sunday
The third Sunday of Advent is Gaudete Sunday and is meant to remind us of the joy that the world experienced at the birth of Jesus, as well as the joy that the faithful have reached the midpoint of Advent.

What do the 4 weeks of Advent represent?

The four Sundays preceding Christmas, which is when Christians celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, are recognized for four virtues. The candles on the Advent wreath symbolize hope, love, joy and peace. The candles are lit in that order, beginning today.