December 17, 2024 Tuesday of the Third Week of Advent

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121724.cfm Today’s first reading is from the death bed of Jacob. He is speaking to his sons and foretelling of their power and the fate of the world. His son Judah will rule, the fourth son, not the eldest. My commentary says that the end of the reading is a prophesy fulfilled first by David…

December 16, 2024 Monday of the Third Week of Advent

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121624.cfm In today’s first reading, another prophet says prepare for the coming of the Lord. “I see him, though not now; I behold him, though not near: A star shall advance from Jacob, and a staff shall rise from Israel.” In the gospel, the chief priests and elders questioned the authority of Jesus preaching in…

December 15, 2024 Third Sunday of Advent

Known as Gaudete Sunday, the pink candle of the Advent wreath: https://www.catholic.com/qa/why-is-rose-used-during-advent-in-the-advent-wreath-and-vestments# https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121524.cfm The first reading is about having joy because the Lord is coming. The prophet said sing for joy because the Lord will be among you. In the second reading, we have one of my favorites, “The Lord is near. Have no anxiety…

December 14: Santa

December 14: Santa

Today’s toy is a crocheted Santa. Design by Kindness company on YouTube. Using Premier Just Yarn, Yarn Bee Fur the moment, and a 3 mm hook, this was simple to make. I was hoping she would have a tutorial for Mrs. Claus, but maybe next year… The yarn, Fur the moment, is so difficult to…

December 14, 2024 Memorial of Saint John of the Cross, Priest and Doctor of the Church

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121424.cfm In today’s first reading one prophet is amazed by what happened to Elijah and that we can see the face of God. Have faith! Faith of a mustard seed and your reward is as big as the mustard plant! In the gospel, the disciples are asking Jesus about Elijah’s coming. Jesus said that Elijah…

December 13: elf

December 13: elf

Today’s toy is a crocheted elf. Design by Kindness company on YouTube. Using Premier Just Yarn, Red Heart Super Saver, and a 3 mm hook, this little guy is so cute! I added a large jingle bell to his hat. It is quite annoying! I hope to sell him at my market tomorrow.

December 13, 2024 Memorial of Saint Lucy, Virgin and Martyr

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121324.cfm Today’s first reading is Isaiah proclaiming what God said, “I, the LORD, your God, teach you what is for your good, and lead you on the way you should go.” Keep His commandments and you will see the transformation in your life. Amen! In the gospel, Jesus still has trouble convincing people to listen!…