A Child is Born

"For into us this day a child is born. It is Christ the Lord!"

Merry Christmas!

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The Journey

Waiting

The wait is almost over!

Happy Hanukkah

חג חנוכה שמח

Today begin the eight days of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah.

It is good to recognize this celebration of our spiritual ancestors.

More info here

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Last week to get yourself spiritually ready for the coming of our Lord. Will you be ready??

Gaudete Sunday

Gaudete in Domino semper!

Rejoice in the Lord always!

Today, the third Sunday of Advent, is known as Gaudete Sunday.

Gaudete is the Latin word for rejoice. Today we rejoice because we have passed the halfway point of Advent and our anticipation of the Nativity fills us with joy. The time is near at hand!

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

Hail Mary, full of Grace!

We interrupt the penitential nature of Advent to celebrate the great feast of the Immaculate Conception. The Blessed Virgin Mary was conceived without stain of Original Sin. Thus, from the moment of conception, she was full of grace. It makes sense that she, who would be the Ark of the New Covenant, would be free from any taint of sin.

Today is a holy day of obligation. Go say hello to your Holy Mother.

Confirmation I & II Homework

Confirmation II: Read, study, and be ready to discuss sections 1857 & 1863 of the Catechism.

Confirmation I: One paragraph report on your chosen Saint.

These assignments are for class on December 18.

Also turn in any service hours, that have not been reported, to Rob.

Second Sunday of Advent

Today is the second Sunday of Advent. How are your preparations coming along?

(Remember we have class today.)