John 1:14 (Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition
“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we saw his glory, the glory as it were of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.”
The Angelus Prayer
V. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary.
R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit.
Hail Mary, full of grace,
The Lord is with Thee;
Blessed art thou among women,
And blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God,
Pray for us sinners,
Now and at the hour of our death. Amen
V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord.
R. Be it done to me according to thy word.
Hail Mary. . .
V. And the Word was made flesh.
R. And dwelt among us.
Hail Mary. . .
V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God.
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.
Let us pray: Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts, that we to whom the Incarnation of Christ Thy Son was made known by the message of an angel, may by His Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of His Resurrection. Through the same Christ Our Lord. Amen.
THE “O ANTIPHONS”
AN RHP AUDIO LESSON GUIDE TO PRAYING THEM DECEMBER 17-23
by: Fr. Elias Mary Mills, FI (December 14, 2024)
Rosary Hour Podcast Live Record Session Hosted by Amelia
O ANTIPHONS | RECAP
Fr. Elias goes over the Antiphons for the Season of Advent approaching Christmastide:
December 17 - “O Wisdom”
December 18 - “O Adonai”
December 19 - “O Root of Jesse”
December 20 - “O Key of David”
December 21 - “O Day-Spring”
December 22 - “O King of the Gentiles”
December 23 -” O Emmanuel”
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The following “CHRISTMAS MAGAZINE” includes all the “O ANTIPHONS” and strategy for learning “THE JOYFUL MYSTERIES TERÇO” (5 decades of the Rosary) as curated by Padre Nuno Rocha and based on the Rosary in Fátima; cards designed by AMELIA.
This magazine features
an excerpt from “THE SECRET OF JOY” by PADRE NUNO ROCHA
new layout of “The Annunciation” by Fra Angelico, with Essay #1 of 5 authored by REMBRANDT (Senior Editor / Writer for Travessa da Senra House Press) which begins an exploration of the First Joyful Mystery in light of the painting in anticipation of EMBER WEDNESDAY (DECEMBER 18, 2024, A.K.A. RORATE CŒLI).
Notes linked to EMBER WEEK:
On the Wednesday of Ember Week in Advent, the Mystery of the Annunciation of Our Lord is commemorated by many Churches around the world.
The Mass sung in the early morning is called “the Golden Mass” linking to the “golden grace” obtained by numerous prayers. We invite you to pray the Rosary prior to this morning Mass.
Notes from Fr. Edward Looney on finding ways to approach the Rosary
THEOLOGICAL CORNER: ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
How do we explain the hope in us?
Review the flow and content of the following conversation on “The Word” in “What is “the Word?”. How does this discussion explore “ultimate reality” as a “relationship”? How is “existence itself” (subjectivity) linked to “loving sacrifice”? What does it mean for God to speak to the world, and what can we grasp from the mystery of the words in the Angelus from the Gospel of John: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us”.
How might praying about this Mystery in the First Joyful Mystery allow God to transform us so we can better help others to rediscover the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary with conviction this Christmas and inspire them to approach the Eucharist with even greater conviction? How can we better focus on the Infant Jesus?
Pray the Rosary Every Day.
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LUNCH HOUR REMINDER TO PRAY THE JOYFUL MYSTERIES FOR THIS CHRISTMAS NOVENA EVERY DAY DURING THE CHRISTMAS OCTAVE and DURING THIS “O ANTIPHON” NOVENA from DECEMBER 17 to DECEMBER 23.
THE FIRST JOYFUL MYSTERY:
TODAY’S LIVE RECORD SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR | FR. ELIAS MARY MILLS, FIWhat are the Ember Days?The Ember Days are special days for prayer and fasting during the liturgical year.
The roots of the Ember Days go back to the Old Testament. The Book of Zechariah describes an ancient Jewish practice of fasting four times a year (8:19). Christians adapted this tradition into what was referred to in Latin as “Quatuor Tempora,” or “four times.” Somewhere through the centuries the Latin “tempora” became “ember” in colloquial speech, and thus the name “Ember Days.”
When are the Ember Days?
According to the Catholic Gentlemen:
There are four “sets” of Ember Days during the year. Each “set” is a successive Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. They occur every year near the beginning of the four seasons.
Spring: after Ash Wednesday.
Summer: after Pentecost Sunday.
Fall: after Sept. 14, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.
Winter: after Dec. 13, the Feast of St. Lucy.
ALSO:
In the 1969 revision of the liturgical calendar, the Ember Days are no longer formally observed. But many Catholics still observe them in their homes and parishes. It’s a fruitful practice and a great way to stay in tune with the liturgical year.1
SEASON 3: THE SECRET OF JOY, A SERMON ON JOY
PILGRIMAGE TO “THE HIGHLANDS” OF CANADA with REV. PABLO SANTA MARIA who leads the LATIN MASS at OUR LADY OF THE HOLY ROSARY CATHEDRAL in VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA. YESTERDAY, he SPOKE OF JOY in his LIVE STREAM.
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary is located on Dunsmere and Granville - and the transit stop for pilgrims visiting is “City Centre” and it now houses an abundance of over 20 relics of the Saints on display and these were gifted by Father H after his passing.
The sermon based on the readings in today’s 11 AM Livestream as well as the evening Latin Mass at 4 PM explored the concept of “True Joy”. Pablo Santa Maria notes the importance of joy in this December 15 homily. Click below at 20:09.
FOOTNOTES
How do we celebrate the Ember Days?
According to Catholic Gentlemen,
Thanksgiving
On the Ember Days, we give thanks for the fruit of the Earth. Even though we don’t live in an agrarian society, it’s good for us to give thanks for the food we have such easy access to. We may not grow it ourselves, but we’re fed because of the work of others’ hands.
Fasting and abstinence
Fasting on the Ember Days reminds us to honor nature’s gifts by using them in moderation. (As G.K. Chesterton quipped, “We should thank God for beer and burgundy by not drinking too much of them.”) At one time, fasting on the Ember Days was obligatory. Now, according to the Code of Canon Law, fasting and abstinence on the Ember Days is commended but not required.
Praying for priests
In the past, priests were ordained on the Ember Days. The laity would pray for the priests getting ordained on that day, and ask that God would send them good priests. The Ember Days still provide a great opportunity for us to pray for priests. In this day and age when priests are stretched thin yet called to heroically witness to the Gospel, they truly do need our prayers.
Almsgiving
The Church has always tied together giving thanks and giving alms, and the Ember Days are no exception. They’re excellent opportunities to support the needy.
Prayers for the Ember Days
Antiphon: Bless the Lord, O my soul, and never forget all He hath done for thee.
V. Lord, Thou hast been our refuge.
R. From generation to generation.
Let us Pray: Grant, we beseech Thee, almighty God, that as year by year we devoutly keep these holy observances, we may be pleasing to Thee both in body and soul. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
For God’s Blessings on Our Labors
O Lord, graciously look down upon Thy servants and upon the work of their hands, and do Thou, Who givest food to every creature, bless and preserve the fruits of the earth, that the needy may be filled with good things and that all may praise the glory of Thy bounty. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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