The Nativity of the Lord: Mass During the Night and During the Day

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This is an absolutely incredible time of year.  We come together tonight (today) in a beautifully decorated and lighted church.  We hear the most wonderful carols and hymns that our choir has worked on for the better part of the … Continued

Mary, the Mother of God

Today’s readings Today, on the Octave day of Christmas, we have an opportunity on this Christmas Day to pause and celebrate Mary, the mother of God. This solemnity is a special one for us as Catholics because people for a … Continued

The Nativity of the Lord: Mass During the Night and Mass of Christmas Day

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Readings: Mass During the Night | Mass of Christmas Day A few years ago, I saw a musical called “Children of Eden.”  It was composed by Steven Schwartz, who is probably more famous for composing “Godspell” and “Wicked.”  The premise … Continued

The Nativity of the Lord (Vigil Mass): Joseph’s Story

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Today’s readings Once, a very long time ago, there was a man named Joseph.  He was a well-respected and hard-working man, from the family of the great king David.  But since Israel hadn’t been a great nation in a long … Continued

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