We have all withered like leaves and our sins blew us away like the wind . . . Oh, that you would tear the heavens open and come down – at your presence the mountains would melt. Isaiah 64:1,6 Jesus said to his disciples: ‘Be on your guard, stay awake, because you never know when the time will come . . .’ Mark 13:33
A voice cries in the wilderness: Prepare a way for the Lord, make his path straight . . . Mark 1:3
‘I baptise with water; but there stands among you unknown to you the one who is coming after me; and I am not fit to undo his sandal-strap.’ John 1:26-27
The angel said to Mary ‘do not be afraid; you will bear a son and you must name him Jesus. He will be great and will be called Son of the Most High . . .’ Luke 1: 30-32
In the beginning was the Word: the Word was with God and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things came to be . . . John 1:1-2
Artwork, graphics & photographs: Dr Jenny Close The images used in this resource are photographs of banners used for Advent/Christmas, 2007, at Our Lady of Mt Carmel parish, Coorparoo. Artwork, graphics & photographs: Dr Jenny Close Teachers may copy, modify or distribute this resource freely. © 2011 ResourceLink - Brisbane Catholic Education