Christmas vs. Advent Assignment

We are approximately half-way through the liturgical season of Advent.  Below is a link to an article written by Archbishop Timothy Dolan, about the old-school and new-school views of the Advent and Christmas Seasons. 

Click here for article entitled "Advent Must Be Preserved"  

After reading the article complete the following reflection.

Reflection Assignment

Write a two paragraph reflection that answers the following

Paragraph 1: Which side of the Advent debate are you on? Why?

Paragraph 2: What are some of your family's Advent/Christmas traditions? Are there any traditions you would like to start?

Requirements:

- Your assignment should be about one typed page

- You must use Times New Roman font size 12 - double spaced

Reconciliation Tomorrow

As Catholics, we are called to go to confession at least once per year.  The Lenten season, as a time of repentance, is a perfect time to pursue this sacrament. 

On Tuesday, November 29th, we will go to confession as a class.

Catholics for centuries have found it profitable to examine their consciences in light of the Ten Commandments.  Click below for an Examination of Conscience that is based on the Ten Commandments and directed at teenagers.

 Examination of Conscience for teenagers

Quote for Reflection

“Confession heals, confession justifies, confession grants pardon of sin, all hope consists in confession; in confession there is a chance for mercy.”

- St. Isidore of Seville

Doctor of the Church

(560 – 636)

Roman Missal, Third Edition

On November 27 (the First Sunday of Advent), the Roman Missal, Third Edition, a new translation of the prayers said at Mass will be implemented in all English speaking countries (this includes the United States) .

If you have been hearing the buzz but are not completely up to speed on the new Roman Missal, here 2 items to help you out:

Article put out by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).

Video put together by Lifeteen: