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ADVENT CONSPIRACY > LEADER GUIDE

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Week 1: 1st Sunday of Advent
It starts with Jesus. It ends with Jesus. This is the holistic approach God had in mind for Christmas. It’s a season where we are called to put down our burdens and lift a song up to our God. It’s a season where love wins, peace reigns, and a king is celebrated with each breath. It’s the party of the year. Entering the story of advent means entering this season with an overwhelming passion to worship Jesus to the fullest.

Lectionary Readings

Reading texts: U.S. Bishops website
1st Sunday of Advent - Year B

First Reading

  • Isaiah 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7
  • Prayer for the return of God's favor
  • Text: NAB, NRSV, The Message

Second Reading

  • 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
  • Thanksgiving
  • Text: NAB, NRSV, The Message

Gospel

  • Mark 13:33-37
  • Need for watchfulness
  • Text: NAB, NRSV, The Message

Advent Conspiracy Connections

The message of Advent Conspiracy is intertwined with the core message of the Advent season: it's about us reclaiming the story of Advent and Christmas. The gospel reading tells us we need to be watchful and alert, but it's hard to intently focus on two things. At this time of year, many of us are watching for sales, gifts to purchase, busy schedules, and more. Worshipping fully means putting our focus onto God.

Preaching Example (40 Minutes)

This video shows extensive and engaging preaching on the first week. It is not based on the Lectionary readings.

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Direct parishioners to: http://gospel.link/adventconspiracy1

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