Daily Archives: December 21, 2014

Long Ago Prophets Knew

We sang this at Mass today. Such a simple Christmas hymn, but so stirring. Long ago, prophets knew Christ would come, born a Jew, come to make all things new; bear his people’s burden, freely love and pardon. Refrain: Ring, … Continue reading

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Lectio Divina: 4th Sunday of Advent, Year B

The Annunciation by Antonello da Messina The’Yes’ of Mary, Mother of Joy Paris, December 19, 2014 (Zenit.org) Monsignor Francesco Follo 1) The time of the “Yes” During the previous Sundays the Liturgy has drawn attention to the figure of John … Continue reading

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