Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! If you’ve been around a liturgical church awhile, you know that Advent is the season which precedes Christmas. And that the Christmas Season begins on Christmas Day and continues through twelfth night, the eve of the Epiphany. For many, reclaiming the beauty, …
Advent
Practicing Advent
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! When I think of Advent, I’m reminded of traditional images: the advent wreaths, candles, and the music. I think of the readings we get each year: apocalyptic opening, John the Baptizer, and the angel announcing the Messiah’s birth. And I think of how much we …
Gaudete
Disciples, Apostles, and Saints! This week we celebrate the Third Sunday of Advent, often referred to as Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete is Latin for "rejoice," the first word in the Introit for that week's mass. The tradition that developed around Gaudete Sunday is guided by that spirit …