Extraordinary Time

First Sunday in Advent: An invitation to live with purpose


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Deacon Dennis Donahue reflects on the readings for the first Sunday in Advent and how these readings invite us to live intentionally, with purpose, as we await the birth of Christ.

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For the readings and Gospel for the First Sunday of Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/113025.cfm

To learn more about Extraordinary Time and other Catholic Courier podcasts: https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/

For the Catholic Courier Advent calendar: https://catholiccourier.com/adventcalendar2025

For the Catholic Courier's Saints Around the Diocese: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2025-saints-around-the-diocese-contest/

Credits:

Host: Gina Capellazzi
Guest: Deacon Dennis Donahue
Announcer: Robert DiJames
Music by: Joseph DiJames
Edited by: Gina Capellazzi

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