Third Sunday of Advent, Gaudete Sunday Readings: Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10; Psalm 146, R. Lord, come and save us.; James 5:7-10; Gospel – Matthew 11: 2-11 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice.

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For our most comprehensive year-end feature, we’re providing a cumulative look at The Film Stage’s favorite films of 2025. We ...