Beannachtaí na Nollag!

God sent his angels to shepherds
to herald the great joy of our Saviour's birth.
May he fill you with joy
and make you heralds of his gospel. Amen.

 

Fourth Sunday of Advent

"Blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus."

Third Sunday of Advent

"Sing and shout for joy,
for great in your midst is the Holy One of Israel"

 

12 December 2009

"In danger, in distress, in uncertainty, think of Mary, call upon Mary. She never leaves your lips, she never departs from your heart; and so that you may obtain the help of her prayers, never forget the example of her life. If you follow her, you cannot falter; if you pray to her, you cannot despair; if you think of her, you cannot err. If she sustains you, you will not stumble; if she protects you, you have nothing to fear; if she guides you, you will never flag; if she is favourable to you, you will attain your goal ..." St Bernard of Clairvaux (Hom. II super Missus est, 17: PL 183, 70-71)

Second Sunday of Advent

"Prepare a way for the Lord, make his paths straight."

First Sunday of Advent

"Stay awake praying at all times for the strength to survive all that is going to happen, and to stand with confidence before the Son of Man."

 

Lord, send your blessing on us as we begin our journey towards Bethlehem. Help us to reflect on the power of light to dispel darkness and sin from our lives and from our world. Touch our hearts with the warmth and friendship of your love. Prayer at the Family/School Advent Wreath here