Mary's Fiat

...Not this one

But this one...

Fiat:  Latin for "yes".  Without her "yes" where would we be?  Take some time to read this excellent article by the Liguorians.  Mary's Fiat: All beginnings start with a yes.

Rejoice!

The third Sunday of Advent, so called from the first word of the Introit at Mass (Gaudete, i.e. Rejoice).   As Father Frank Bussmann, our pastor has put it, "There is joy in this advent - God has found you!" 

New Beginnings - The World is Being Remade

In his homily for the second Sunday of Advent, Father Robert Barron of Word on Fire Ministries preaches on the Gospel of Mark and explores the theme of preparing a highway for the Lord.  Find 15 minutes to listen to this podcast of the homily...it'll be well worth the time taken on your journey in Advent.

Advent Sundays are typically less than glamourous

Advent Sundays are typically less than glamourous