This Week’s Readings

Readings

SUNDAY 7th December 2025

For you to read, to reflect on and to lead your prayer

Isaiah 11:1-10

The prophet Isaiah describes the hope of Israel, which will usher in a new way of life. This life will turn upside down the ‘natural’ order.

Romans 15:4-9

Paul reminds his readers that Jesus is the fulfilment of scriptures and the prophets.

Matthew 3:1-12

John the Baptist stands in the line of the prophets, declaring the coming of the chosen one of God. The chosen one, the Christ, will baptise with the Holy Spirit and with fire.