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Evening Prayer for December 13
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2nd Sunday of Advent
Join us for to celebrate the Advent season in person or on line. Mass times on Sunday are 9 am, 11:15 am and 7 pm EST.
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Today’s readings will be from Cycle C.
- Contribute to the Annual Appeal.
- Support our Parish – Please contribute to our General Collection online here.
- Schedule Second Collections.
- Christmas donations: Toy Drive, Gift Cards for Kids Leaving Foster Care
2nd Sunday of Advent – Pastor’s Commentary
In the Catholic tradition, the second week of Advent is a time of patient reflection and anticipation, marked by the lighting of the second purple candle on the Advent wreath, known as the Bethlehem Candle or the Peace Candle. This candle symbolizes peace and commemorates Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem, where Jesus was born.
The Advent wreath, with its four candles, is a central symbol of the Advent season. Each candle represents a different aspect of the spiritual preparation for the coming of Christ. The first candle, the Prophet’s Candle, symbolizes hope. The second candle, the Bethlehem Candle, focuses on peace. This candle reminds us of the peace that Jesus brings to the world, a peace that surpasses all understanding.
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Friday Evening Prayer at 5 PM
Please download the worship aid to participate in Friday’s evening prayer, which will begin at 5 PM.
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1st Sunday of Advent – 175th Anniversary Mass with Bishop Brennan
We conclude this month’s celebration of the 175th anniversary of the Parish with the 1st Sunday of Advent. Bishop Brennan will officiate at the mass at 11:15 am. Mass times on Sunday are 9 am, 11:15 am and 7 pm EST.
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If you like our online masses, please Like our videos so more people can find them. Subscribe to our YouTube channel stcharlesbklyn at this link to watch on your Internet enabled TV or viewing device.
Today’s readings will be from Cycle C.
- Contribute to the Annual Appeal.
- Support our Parish – Please contribute to our General Collection online here.
- Schedule Second Collections.
Friday Evening Prayer at 5 PM
Please download the worship aid to participate in Friday’s evening prayer, which will begin at 5 PM.
Evening Prayer for November 29
Instructions on how to join are available here.