In this reflection for Gaudete Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent, Adam Novotny explores why we pause our Advent preparation to rejoice, connecting Isaiah's prophecy of joy with Jesus fulfilling it through healing the blind, deaf, and lame—reminding us that Christ has come, paid our debts, and prepared heaven for us.

In this reflection for Gaudete Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent, Adam Novotny explores why we pause our Advent preparation to rejoice, connecting Isaiah's prophecy of joy with Jesus fulfilling it through healing the blind, deaf, and lame—reminding us that Christ has come, paid our debts, and prepared heaven for us.

In this reflection for Gaudete Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent, Adam Novotny explores why we pause our Advent preparation to rejoice, connecting Isaiah's prophecy of joy with Jesus fulfilling it through healing the blind, deaf, and lame—reminding us that Christ has come, paid our debts, and prepared heaven for us.

Enkindle 290 - 12.14.25 - Rejoice

ENKINDLE: Family Scripture Reflections opens up the Scriptures to the family in a way that is relevant to young and old alike. Short, insightful sessions help families to enter more deeply into the word of God, allowing them to better prepare for Mass on Sunday and also develop simple, concrete applications for daily life.

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ENKINDLE: Family Scripture Reflections opens up the Scriptures to the family in a way that is relevant to young and old alike. Short, insightful sessions help families to enter more deeply into the word of God, allowing them to better prepare for Mass on Sunday and also develop simple, concrete applications for daily life.

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