Third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday). 12/14/25. Chima Offurum.
The Church designates the Third Sunday of Advent as Gaudete Sunday, a term that means “rejoice.” This joy is not superficial or complete, but anticipatory, rooted in the nearness of Christmas. The tone of today’s liturgical prayers and readings directs our attention to this expectant joy, inviting us to rejoice because the fulfillment of God’s […]
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