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We’ve just heard what must be one of the most well-known of all Bible stories, the story of the archangel Gabriel’s visit to the Blessed Virgin Mary. It’s a story we know by different names, The Annunciation, Mary’s Fiat, which means ‘let it be’ or perhaps as Mary’s ‘Yes’ to God. But by whatever nameContinue reading “Advent 4 – Sunday 20th December, 2020”

As we go through the Scripture readings the Church sets for Advent, we read from and about three main characters. We read from the prophecies of Isaiah who’s regarded as the prophet of the Advent. We read about the Blessed Virgin Mary who, of course, was chosen by God to be the mother of Christ.Continue reading “Advent 3 – Sunday 13th December, 2020”

Propers for Advent 2 Entrance AntiphonPeople of Zion, the Lord will come to save all nations,and you hearts will exult to hear his majestic voice. The CollectO Lord, raise up, we pray, your power and come among us,and with great might succour us;that whereas, through our sins and wickednesswe are grievously hindered in running theContinue reading “Advent 2 – Sunday 6th December, 2020”