Sunday, 17 December 2006

Gaudete!

A beautiful morning brought out the crowds to the Cathedral for the 10.30am Mass. This third Sunday of Advent is known as 'Gaudete' ('Rejoice!) Sunday, from the opening word of the Introit, or entry verse, but it also signals a joyful anticipation of the birth of our Saviour. The tone lightens - literally; the normal purple colour of the vestments and altar hangings is replaced by a lighter hue of rose. Below, Fr Christopher proclaims the Gospel at the 12.00 Mass.

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2 comments:

  1. Anonymous17 December 2006 at 23:01:00 GMT

    Dear Msgr.,

    I just wanted to drop you a note to commend you on your blog. The pictures,and the Cathedral itself are very beautiful! I will certainly come back often and read more of your posts. God bless, and a very Merry Christmas!

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  2. Mark Langham18 December 2006 at 05:19:00 GMT

    Thanks you, Angelo - and a very blessed and joyful Christmas to you!

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