Doctrinal Homily Outlines: a resource for homilists and the lay faithful
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Christmas – December 25
There are four sets of Lectionary readings for Christmas. Below is a generic outline which can be used with any of the readings for Christmas. It focuses on the four Gospel readings of the day and so the whole Christmas story as told by Matthew, Luke, and John. Central Idea: Vigil: Mt 1:1-25 • God…
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Decisive Moments of Silence
Two of the most decisive moments in salvation history involve an angel and a woman. The first is the moment of silence after the demonic Serpent spoke to Eve about the forbidden fruit but before her decision to eat it (Gn 3:4-6). Eve’s decision would affect every human being who would ever exist. Eve could…
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Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary – December 8
Central Idea: Mary is the New Eve, the mother of all who live in Christ. Doctrine: The Immaculate Conception. Practical Application: Ways to grow closer to Our Lady. To view the Lectionary 689 readings, click here. Central Idea: Mary is the New Eve, the mother of all who live in Christ First Reading: When the…
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