“O Emmanuel, king and lawgiver, desire of the nations, Savior of all people, come and set us free, Lord our God.” Here we find ourselves at the seventh and final O Antiphon of the Advent Season. Today’s O Antiphon emphasizes … Continue reading
“O King of all the nations, the only joy of every human heart: O Keystone of the mighty arch of man, come and save the creature you fashioned from the dust.” Today’s O Antiphon emphasizes Jesus as the King of … Continue reading
What’s the secret to happiness? I recently read about a historic 75-year study undertaken by a group of Harvard researchers who systematically sought to research this very question. Following 300 folks from the classes of 1938-1940 (now well into their … Continue reading
“O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come, shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death.” Today’s O Antiphon calls Jesus the Radiant Dawn that shines on those who dwell in darkness. The … Continue reading
“O Key of David, O royal Power of Israel controlling at your will the gate of heaven: come, break down the prison walls of death for those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death; and lead your captive … Continue reading
“O Flower of Jesse’s stem, You have been raised up as a sign for all peoples; Kings stand silent in your presence; The nations bow down in worship before you. Come, let nothing keep you from coming to our aid.” … Continue reading
“O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, who showed yourself to Moses in the Burning bush, who gave him the holy law on Sinai mountain: come, stretch out your mighty hand to set us free.” Today’s O Antiphon emphasizes God’s lordship, … Continue reading
Have you ever heard of the “O Antiphons”? There are seven of them, and each one corresponds to one of the last seven days of the Advent Season. Catholics and some Protestant denominations recite them before praying the Magnificat at … Continue reading
Guest Post: Simon C Berry Dear Friends: St. Dominic’s Catholic Church, San Francisco, CA invites you to its annual Christmas Concert,Monday, December 15, 7:30 p.m. A (mostly) Baroque Christmas. The Schola Cantorum will sing motets by the Baroque composers … Continue reading
The spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me; he has sent me to bring glad tidings to the poor, to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and release to the … Continue reading
