Dom Prosper Guéranger, O.S.B., abbot of Solesmes from 1837-1875, devoted a whole volume of his great work – The Liturgical Year to
Septuagesima. In his Preface, Dom Guéranger referred to Septuagesima as a season of “transition, inasmuch as it includes the period between two important Seasons, – Christmas and Lent.”
God has come to dwell among us that we might take up our abode in Him. But how do we do this?
What is is the world-shaking news that we are reminded of each Christmas?
How does Christ awaken in our hearts when we pray?
What is the secret hidden in Joy? Learn from this reflection by the Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart of Los Angeles.
Dr. Anthony Lilles reveals that Advent is a time to rediscover the mystery of the Church.
Interior recollection is one of the keys to peace in a world that would like to claim us for itself. Claire Dwyer continues her reflections on the spirituality of St. Elizabeth of the Trinity.
How do we follow our Shepherd? Debra Black has wisdom for Gaudete Sunday.
Leila Lawler gives encouragement in beginning or renewing a deep devotion to the ancient liturgical year.
The Church offers us two great seasons of preparation: Lent and Advent. But they are never just about preparation for a feast; rather, they are about preparing us for Heaven itself.
