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We can fly to the moon, but yes we still need a Saviour
On a holy night 2,000 years ago, the Son of God became man. He was born in a lowly stable and dwelt among us. “I bring you good news of … Continued
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Keep the simplicity of Jesus’ birthday
Fourth Sunday of Advent Quick! Light that last purple candle of the Advent wreath before it’s time to clear it off the table to make way for the Christmas centrepiece! … Continued
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Hold off on decking those halls
The secret to having a holy Christmas is: putting some thought into Advent. Advent is, pun intended, pregnant with meaning and promise … and it’s not over yet! Its decorations … Continued
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Quebec-born Little Rose accepted her suffering
Marie Rose Ferron (also known as Little Rose) was born on May 24, 1902, in the Central Quebec countryside. Rose’s mother was seized by labour pains while she was working … Continued
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Jesus prefers your heart to a rough manger
Piñatas, posadas, mariachis … these are part of the Christmas heritage of the Aztecs, the aboriginal Indians of Old Mexico, whose culture was completely pantheistic. For them, the moon, water, … Continued
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Generosity isn’t always what we think
The fattest, sleekest squirrels in all of Mission live in my yard. We make it too easy for them, really, with all of our fruit and nut trees, and the … Continued
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Prepare like a pro and be grateful
As Christmas approaches we are often asked by our priests, “Are we ready to receive the baby Jesus?” Advent is all about preparing ourselves to welcome the Lord into our … Continued
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The Lord gives us laws because he loves us
3rd Sunday of Advent, Year BFirst Reading: Is 61:1-2a, 10-11Second Reading: 1 Thes 5:16-24Gospel Reading: Jn 1:6-8, 19-28 The Entrance Antiphon gives the theme of this Sunday’s liturgy: rejoice, for … Continued
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Gaudete Sunday is tailor-made for busy families
Third Sunday of Advent: Jn 1:6-8, 19-28 I Rejoice heartily.God is the joy of my soul.My spirit rejoices in God my Saviour.Rejoice always. See a theme in the four quotes … Continued
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New holiday classic in ‘Man Who Invented Christmas’
Certain media presentations are as inevitable in the Christmas season as turkey and tinsel, such as these obviously include A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, and IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. … Continued