The word Advent tells us that something…or actually, some One…is coming. The Church wants us to see the season of Advent as an opportunity to bring hope into our lives, see the potential and possibilities, and even experience a new beginning in life.
Category «Liturgy»
O Come Let Us Decorate
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of giving thanks with gathered family and friends and the traditional beginning of the holiday season. But it can also be a time where we forget the true and special meaning and purpose of the Advent season.
Living The Resurrection
We all love Easter, and for good reason. But, there is a way we can live in Easter joy all year long. We have to live in the Resurrection
The Burning Bush
The story of Moses and the Burning Bush may seem to some like an isolated, singular occurrence from the Old Testament that may hold little or no significance for us to day. But, you may be surprised about what God teaches us today through a further exploration of this miraculous event.
The Word Proclaimed: The Word At Mass
The Word of God proclaimed in the setting of the Mass, whether the readings, the prayers or even the homily, is not always received very well. Perhaps we might not fully realize that Jesus is made present to us in his Word
The Wedding At Cana: Not Just A Miracle
The Wedding feast in the town of Cana, attended by Jesus himself, is known for being the place of his first public miracle, a manifestation of his divinity. But, the story of this wedding gathering tells us so much more about Jesus and his mission of salvation.
Amen Amen: So Be It
When we say the word Amen, many of us have gotten so used to saying it that it rolls of our tongues with no particular emphasis. Find out what we are actually saying when we utter the Hebrew word Amen.
Liturgy: Follow The Rubrics
Father Richard Mullins, Pastor of Saint Thomas the Apostle in Washington, DC, joins us to discuss aspects of following the rubrics for the Mass and why it makes all the difference in the world for the Liturgy.
The Tabernacle
Every Catholic Church has a tabernacle, but most folks do not stop and ponder what is so important about it. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom as they open up the tabernacle and give you a look inside.
Christmas Liturgical Calendar
If you pay attention to the Liturgical Calendar at Advent and Christmas, you will notice an amazing array of saints and events that we can sometimes overlook as we celebrate the holidays. Join Deacon Jeff and Tom and they step through the calendar for a closer, holier look.