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**LITURGY: The Nativity of the Lord**<br />**Readings and Gospel Titles (Book 8 Chapter)**<br /><br />**First Reading:** Isaiah 9:1-6 *(This is a common reading, but other options exist depending on the specific lectionary being used. Always double-check with the specific resource for the given year.)*<br /><br />**Second Reading:** Titus 2:11-14 *(This is a common reading, but other options exist depending on the specific lectionary being used. Always double-check with the specific resource for the given year.)*<br /><br />**Gospel:** Luke 2:1-14 *(This is the most common Gospel reading for Christmas Eve/Day Masses. John 1:1-14 is also a possibility.)*<br /><br />**Theme of the Gospel:** The birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, in humble circumstances in Bethlehem. The gospel emphasizes the fulfillment of prophecy, the joy of the angels, and the adoration of the shepherds.<br /><br />**Theme of the Homily:** *(This will vary depending on the specific homily given. Listen attentively and summarize the main point the preacher is making.) Example: The homily might focus on the humility of God, the gift of salvation, the importance of recognizing Christ in the everyday, or the call to share the good news.*<br /><br />**Favorite part of the Homily:** *(This is a personal reflection. Consider what resonated with you most. Was it a particular story, insight, or challenge?) Example: "I appreciated when the priest connected the birth of Jesus with the everyday acts of kindness we can show to others." *<br /><br />**Any words or phrases you did not know or understand?** *(List any unfamiliar words or concepts here. Look them up later to deepen your understanding.) Example: "Incarnation," "Messiah."*<br />