Each O Antiphon calls Jesus a different name inspired by Old Testament prophetic writings.
Welcoming Jesus with the joyful O Antiphons
Using ‘holidays’ instead of ‘Christmas’ isn’t inclusive, cardinals say
Dropping references to Christmas in favor of “winter holidays” in official European Union communications was an idea that was not meant to offend but did and could even push some Christians toward right-wing populist political parties, said Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich of Luxembourg.
Catholic Extension announces 2021 Advent video series
The “Shepherds of the Peripheries” features short reflections from the bishops of of U.S. mission dioceses.
Sunday Scripture readings: Dec. 12, 2021
Third Sunday of Advent
First reading: Zep 3:14-18
Second reading: Phil 4:4-7
Gospel: Lk 3:10-18
Pope launches synodal process to discern Holy Spirit’s call to the church
Building on the guiding principles of his papacy, Pope Francis this year invited Catholics both in the mainstream of church life and on the margins to express their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023.
In early morning darkness, pope pays tribute to Immaculate Conception
Pope Francis arrived, prayed and was gone even before a brigade of Rome firefighters had arrived to hang a wreath of flowers from the statue’s outstretched arms.
U.S. bishops stress need for Catholics to deepen understanding of Communion
The impetus for both the statement on the Eucharist and the eucharistic revival was a Pew study in the fall of 2019 that showed just 30% of Catholics understand the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
Program explores how social media can help young people engage their faith
Discussion participants described their use of social media and offered advice to young adults on how to gain positive experiences from their interactions on the various online platforms that exist.