Archive for December 2023
WOJ Advent 4, Year B
“Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38)
Read MoreFrom Woes to O’s!
In the week before Christmas, a lesser-known Catholic tradition begins – the ‘O Antiphons’. Sometimes called the ‘Great Advent Antiphons’, they are recited during Vespers (Evening Prayer) at the beginning and end of the Magnificat and as the alleluia verse during Mass. Based on the prophecies of Isaiah, the O Antiphons run from December 17-23,…
Read MoreWOJ Advent 3, Year B
Prepare a way for the Lord. Make his paths straight! (John 1:23) Feel free to share “Words of Jesus” with your networks: Tweet or post to social media Include in your organisation’s bulletin Add to your slides for reflection on the Sunday readings Print for staff inspiration Add to your email signature each week Use…
Read MoreCreating Mindful and Meaningful Christmas Celebrations
Original post here Children love rituals and traditions. There is nothing more beautiful than watching children’s shiny eyes and their contagious excitement in anticipation of a festive event, such as, for example, the approaching Christmas season. Children are innate spiritual beings from birth. Special celebrations can be celebrated in such a way that nurture a…
Read MoreWOJ Advent 2, Year B
I have baptised you with water, but he will baptise you with the Holy Spirit.’ (Mark 1:8)
Read MoreWOJ Advent 1, Year B
Stay awake, because you do not know when the master of the house is coming. ( Jesus, Mark 13:35)
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