Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. This feast is commonly known as Three Kings’ Day and belongs to the oldest Christian celebrations. It has been observing since the end of the second century, even before Christmas was celebrated. The word ‘Epiphany’ comes from Greek and means “manifestation’ or ‘showing forth’. […]
The Angel of the Lord said to the shepherds: “Be not afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come to all the people; for to you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, who is Christ the Lord”. Annually, we hear the same angelic […]
Rejoice in the Lord always; I say, rejoice. Indeed, the Lord is near – this entrance antiphon embodies the Third Sunday of Advent. We are called to the joy that flows from the Lord. Having passed the midpoint of Advent the Church encourages us to continue our spiritual preparation for the second coming of Christ […]
You are invited!As we enter the 3rd week of Advent, it is a time to reflect and a time to prepare ourselves, for the coming of Jesus. Please join us at St. Lawrence Church for a very special Advent Celebration; as we gather as one community, to share in the hope, love, joy and peace […]
National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples December 12, 2018 Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment The National Day of Prayer in Solidarity with Indigenous People is celebrated by the Catholic Church in Canada every year on December 12, the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas. This […]