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Tag Archives: Candlemas
A Poetry Encounter for Candlemas
Tomorrow is traditionally the Feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which is also known as Candlemas. There are references to light in the liturgy and we bless candles. Candlemas is the conclusion of the Advent/Christmas cycle. We … Read More
Lovely poetry about Candlemas, the beautiful Feast of the Purification, Presentation of the Lord
Candlemas is coming up, the Feast of the Purification, as it is traditionally called. We call it Candlemas because, with the references to light in the liturgy, we bless candles. Candlemas is the conclusion of the Advent/Christmas cycle. We are … Read More
Blessed John Henry Newman’s 1849 poem “Candlemas”
Blessed John Henry Newman’s 1849 poem “Candlemas”: THE Angel-lights of Christmas morn, Which shot across the sky, Away they pass at Candlemas, They sparkle and they die. Comfort of earth is brief at best, Although it be divine; Like funeral … Read More
Posted in Liturgy Science Theatre 3000, Poetry
Tagged Candlemas, candles, John Henry Newman
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Candlemas Eve, poetry and you
Today is Candlemas Eve, and tomorrow is the Feast of the Purification, as it is traditionally called. It celebrates also the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple. We call it Candlemas because, with the references to light in the … Read More
Posted in Hard-Identity Catholicism, Liturgy Science Theatre 3000, Poetry
Tagged Candlemas, Poetry
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Comments on what happened with the liturgical reform after Vatican II
At The Catholic Thing today there is an engaging piece about what happened with the liturgical reform after Vatican II. On Grace, at Candlemas There is a special poignancy in a year like this, when Septuagesima precedes Candlemas; when preparations … Read More
PHOTOS: D. Madison – Candlemas – Purification – Pontifical Mass
A sample of the music. We had a great choir from Eau Claire. A few snaps from beautiful Candlemas 2018.
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Tagged Bp. Morlino, Candlemas, candles, D. Madison, purification
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2 Feb – MADISON – Candlemas – Pontifical Mass at the Throne
Put this in your calendars. Candlemas is coming up on 2 February. His Excellency Most Rev. Robert C. Morlino will be the celebrant for this Pontifical Mass at the Throne. The rites include the blessing of candles. The music will … Read More
Newman – Candlemas
Blessed John Henry Newman’s 1849 poem “Candlemas”: THE Angel-lights of Christmas morn, Which shot across the sky, Away they pass at Candlemas, They sparkle and they die. Comfort of earth is brief at best, Although it be divine; Like funeral … Read More
Candlemas Eve and Candlemas Poetry
Today is Candlemas Eve, and tomorrow is the Feast of the Purification. We call it Candlemas because, with the references to light in the liturgy, we bless candles. Here are some poems for Candlemass First and foremost, making a reference to … Read More
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