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The Feast of the Holy Innocents, observed on December 28, commemorates the tragic massacre of the male children in Bethlehem ordered by King Herod shortly after the birth of Jesus. This event is recorded in the Gospel of Matthew and is a powerful reminder of the innocent lives lost in the struggle between good and evil, as well as the cost of discipleshipin…

The Feast of St. Stephen, celebrated on December 26, commemorates the life and martyrdom of St. Stephen, the first person to give his life for Christ after the Resurrection of Jesus. Known as the first Christian martyr, Stephen’s courage, faith, and commitment to Christ provide a powerful example of Christian witness and sacrifice. His story is recorded in the Acts…

December 25 – Christmas Day The Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, commonly known as Christmas, is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, in Bethlehem. This feast is the culmination of the Advent season and the highlight of the Christian liturgical year. It is a day of immense joy…

Advent is a time of spiritual preparation — a season where the Church encourages the faithful to open their hearts to Christ in a deeper way, both in the celebration of His first coming (at Christmas) and in the anticipation of His second coming at the end of time. 1. Prayer: Deepening Our Relationship with God The Church…