Advent by its very name itself calls attention to the great event described in today’s gospel: the Latin word “adventus” is actually a translation of the Greek “parousia,” which refers to Christ’s second coming. It is Christianity’s most anticipated event. As we pray at every Mass: “We wait in joyful hope for the coming of our savior Jesus Christ.” Advent does not commemorate what was, but anticipates what will be. And it calls us to be watchful, to be ready, and to be holy. “Be vigilant at all times,” Jesus told his followers. Do not grow complacent.Do not let your heart become drowsy from the anxieties of life. Open your heart to receive the Messiah as we remember his first coming and wait the second coming.

OCTOBER: A TIME TO RENEW YOUR HEART THROUGH MARY’S LOVING INTERCESSION

October holds a special place in the heart of the Catholic Church. It is not merely another month in the liturgical calendar, but a sacred time dedicated to deepening devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary through the Holy Rosary. To read more on this click here......

A BRIEF HISTORY OF MARIAN DEVOTION