Advent, the Annunciation and the Mérode Altarpiece
The Mérode Altarpiece abounds in theological symbolism.
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Singing Spiritual Brothers in Arms: 4 Military Chaplains Sing Songs Reflecting the Glory of God
Promoted by the Diocese of the French Armed Forces, this artistic initiative was meant to bring hope to the faithful worldwide during Advent.
Live These Final Days of Advent in the Spirit of Mary
Advent is also the time to remember how our Blessed Mother brought the Light of the World to us, as recounted from Genesis through the Epistles.
3 Kinds of Gifts and What They Tell Us About God
“Give, and it will be given to you.” (Luke 6:38)
St. Charles Borromeo’s Lesson for Advent
“This holy season teaches us,” said St. Charles, “that Christ’s coming was not only for the benefit of his contemporaries. His power has still to be communicated to all of us.”
In Advent and Always, Christ’s Cross is the Plow That Prepares the Soul
“Christ assumed a body,” said St. Macarius, “and using the cross as his plowshare, cultivated the barren soul of man.”
![Agnolo Bronzino [1503-1572], “The Holy Family and St. John the Baptist”](https://publisher-publish.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/pb-ncregister/swp/hv9hms/media/2020122000128_fe568b3881e00b76220426697deb9d1d5ede4b325aff273c99eb42cc4dbc56a7.jpeg "Agnolo Bronzino [1503-1572], “The Holy Family and St. John the Baptist”")
Christ Was ‘Born to Raise the Sons of Earth’ — So Go to Confession!
Don’t be afraid. Let these final days of Advent be a kairos, a moment of grace, to seek the peace on earth that angels with divine warrant promise.
As Christmas Nears, Catholic Priest Sees ‘Signs of Hope’ at COVID Hospital in Rome
Fr. Pluchinotta is one of two priest chaplains at Spallanzani Hospital, home to Rome’s National Institute of Infectious Diseases.
Research Opens New Insights Into the Star of Bethlehem
“When Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of King Herod, behold, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, ‘Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star at its rising and have come to do him homage.’” (Matthew 2:1-2)
Saying ‘Yes’ Like Mary This Advent, As We Prepare for the Christ Child
User’s Guide to Sunday, Dec. 20, the Fourth Sunday of Advent
