Gaudete Sunday

I just came home from a beautiful Gaudete Sunday. "Gaudete" is celebrated on the third Sunday of Advent and the word is taken from the first word in the Introit, meaning "rejoice." (source: Catholic Encyclopedia) Fr. L made us laugh with his wise insights into marriage and relationships. From what he said, I could tell he has counseled many married folks! I liked his "24 hour rule" which is: if your spouse did something that bothered you, address it within 24 hours. Otherwise, it's forfeit. Don't bring it up again, let it go. Pretty smart stuff from a man of the cloth.

I'm including a bad photo of his vestments, which were the traditional rose color. The chasuble also had pale yellow in the front.

Hope your Gaudete Sunday was a lovely one. Rejoice!

Advent Meditation: Week One

Oh, Deliverer, Messiah, Savior of the World - do not delay in bringing us Your Light. Bring Your truth that cuts deep through the lies of world. May it cut the ropes that bind me to this thin place, this world that holds no love for You or Your kind. We who long for the Ultimate Adoption of being called Sons and Daughters of God, await with keen expectation Your holy birth. Let each day be lived in joyous anticipation for the day when God says "I Shall Come." I welcome You, Oh Lord. Come.

November 30, 2008 6:45 AM