Scripture Speaks: The Voice Crying Out in the Desert

Scripture Speaks: The Voice Crying Out in the Desert: John the Baptist prepared the Jews for the first Advent of Jesus by baptizing them at the Jordan River.  Today, we find him yelling out, “You brood of vipers!” to some who came to see him.  How indelicate! Gospel (Read Mt 3:1-12) Our Advent Gospel reminds us that repentance and the fruit that comes from …