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Advent

RADIO INTERVIEW: Christmas Joy with Father John Catoir

Avatar December 21, 2020
By Catholic Review Staff
Catholic Review
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Advent, Christmas, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview

On the Dec. 20 episode of Catholic Review Radio, Christopher Gunty interviews Father John Catoir, the longtime host of the TV show, “Christopher Closeup.”

Rejoice in bleak times

Effie Caldarola December 15, 2020
By Effie Caldarola
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary, For the Journey

We can find joy in what Christ is offering us in this unique and unusual Advent of 2020.

RADIO INTERVIEW: Baltimore’s newest seminarian

Avatar December 14, 2020
By Catholic Review Staff
Catholic Review
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Advent, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview

Father Steven Roth interviews the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s newest seminarian. Franz Belleza, a parishioner of Our Lady of Victory in Arbutus, is originally from the Philippines. He shares what it’s like to apply to become a priest in the archdiocese and why he wants to serve people in the Baltimore archdiocese.

The joy of Advent and pregnancy

Cassandra Palmer December 10, 2020
By Cassandra Palmer
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary, Feature, Guest Commentary

The Advent season is a reminder that our own childlike faith can hardly imagine what God has in store for us.

Advent tears and laughter in a year of difficulty

Effie Caldarola December 9, 2020
By Effie Caldarola
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary, For the Journey

Constant tears can signal depression and are not good signs. But tears that spring forth in solidarity with the suffering, that draw us closer to the kingdom Jesus came to call forth, those can be good tears.

Jupiter, Saturn to put on ‘Christmas Star’ show at winter solstice

Dennis Sadowski December 9, 2020
By Dennis Sadowski
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Feature, News, World News

A once-every-two-decade conjunction involving the solar system’s two gas giants will give earthbound observers a look at a so-called “Christmas Star” on the winter solstice.

RADIO INTERVIEW: Making the most of Advent

Avatar December 7, 2020
By Catholic Review Staff
Catholic Review
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Advent, Feature, Local News, News, Radio Interview

Christopher Gunty talks with author and blogger Deacon Greg Kandra about his new book, “The Busy Person’s Guide to an Extraordinary Life.” Gunty also talks with Edward Herrera, director of the Archdiocese of Baltimore Office of Marriage and Family Life, about family Advent activities.

Christmas prayer: ‘Do you want to hold him?’

Father Richard Malloy, S.J. December 7, 2020
By Father Richard Malloy, S.J.
Catholic News Service
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary, Guest Commentary

As I hold the savior of the world, all tiny and baby bald, smaller than a loaf of bread, I don’t do anything. Nor say anything. Silence is often the best conduit of God.

Five ways to pandemic-proof your Christmas

Tim Swift December 5, 2020
By Tim Swift
Catholic Review
Filed Under: #IamCatholic, Advent, Christmas, Feature, Local News, News, Uncategorized

Yes, it’s true that the coronavirus pandemic will upend many of our most cherished Christmas activities, but this trying time is a good one in which to rediscover some often-overlooked Christmas traditions that are perfect for our socially distant age.

Signs of Advent and finding joy and hope in the wait (7 Quick Takes)

Rita Buettner December 4, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window

~1~ I bought Advent calendars for both of our boys on Sunday. One of my sons ate all of his chocolates that day. That’s one way to do Advent, trying to hurry things along, rather than savoring the sweetness of each day. I can absolutely understand that impatience—and that love for chocolate. Many years that’s […]

God is enough this Advent season

Rita Buettner December 2, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary, The Domestic Church

Being near the people we love is always reassuring, bringing comfort and peace. It’s not even what they say or do that makes us feel better. There’s something about their presence that helps us feel loved, accepted and safe.

Nothing is impossible this Advent

Rita Buettner November 30, 2020
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Christmas, Commentary, Open Window

What does God hope for us this Advent season?

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