The Paradox of Ordinary Time
Every year, as Advent and Christmas approach, I seem to have the same conversation with one of my students. When I ask how the semester is wrapping up, invariably, one … Learn More
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St. Margaret of Cortona Parish in Little Ferry is hosting a Festival of Lessons and Carols on December 15 at 3pm.
Photos: Celebration of Christmas across the Archdiocese
The holiday spirit was evident everywhere
Christmas pageants during Advent teach students about the birth of Christ
During the Advent season, many Catholic schools of the Archdiocese of Newark held traditional live nativities and pageants. In the midst of twinkling lights and festive decorations, the nativity drew … Learn More
Places to direct your holiday charity during Advent
Still time to give back.
Why the Magnificat is the perfect prayer in Advent
Anyone who says evening prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours regularly recites the Magnificat from the first chapter of the Gospel of Luke. Named for its first word in … Learn More
Voices ring high at Navidad Latino celebration during Advent (Video/ photos)
On Thursday, Dec. 7, the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart Spanish Choir, under the direction of Olfary Guitérrez, joined forces with singers and instrumentalists from other Latin American communities … Learn More
Answer Advent call for vigilance with charity, confession, pope suggests
VATICAN CITY — The Advent call for “vigilance” does not mean staying awake and watchful out of fear, but rather out of a longing for the coming of the Lord, Pope … Learn More
Catholic customs to prepare our hearts and homes for Advent
Traditions centered on prayer can help us prepare for the birth of our Lord.
Reaching out in faith: What are the rules for Advent and Christmas trees?
Q: When I was a kid we put up the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve and took it down a day or two after Christmas. As an adult, I put … Learn More