Rose is the liturgical color for the Third Sunday of Advent, known as Gaudete Sunday (from the Latin word meaning “rejoice ye”, the first word of the introit of this Sunday); it is a pause in the penitential spirit of Advent. As such, the third candle, representing joy, is often a different color from the other three. Read More»
.. Peace Heavenly Father, You are the God who gives peace. This second week of Advent causes us to remember that because of Jesus we can experience a Christmas free from turmoil and chaos. Regardless of our circumstances or our situations, you offer us peace that passes understanding. Read More»
that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end of time and to the anniversary of Our Lord’s birth on Christmas. From the earliest days of the Church, people have been fascinated by Jesus’ promise to come back. But the scripture readings during Advent tell us not to waste our time with predictions. Advent is not about speculation. Our Advent readings call us to be alert and ready, not weighted down and distracted by the cares of this world (Lk 21:34-36).“ Read More»
Veterans Day is a tribute to military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Not to be confused with Memorial Day, which honors those who died while in service, Veterans Day honors all military veterans, including those still with us. Read More»
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One of the great things about being Catholic is our tradition and our music and our prayers. All of that comes together in an extraordinary way each year in November. The whole month is an interesting time filled with the feast days of great saints, but also subtle portents of eternity. Read More»
DON’T FORGET TO CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS! TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR THIS WEEKEND! On Sunday, November 3, 2024, Daylight saving time ends at 2:00am. Clocks are turned backward 1 hour to 1:00am local standard time. FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD, 2024: Mass times will be according to the time change. Read More»
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According to an account by fifteenth-century Dominican, Alan de la Roch, Mary appeared to St. Dominic in 1206 after he had been praying and doing severe penances because of his lack of success in combating the Albigensian heresy. Mary praised him for his valiant fight against the heretics and then gave him the Rosary as a mighty weapon, explained its uses and efficacy, and told him to preach it to others. “Since the prayers of the Rosary come from such excellent sources — from Our Lord Himself, from inspired Scripture, and from the Church — it is not surprising that Read More»
