REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS
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Advent Wreath-symbol of Advent. |
Gaudete Sunday is the third
Sunday of Advent in
the Christian calendar. It can fall on any date
from 11
December to 17 December. The term Gaudete is
broadly translated from Latin as Rejoice, a word that appears in the
entrance antiphon (introit) of
Masses held on this day: Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say,
rejoice! The Lord is near. (Roman Catholic Rite years A, B and C).
On Gaudete Sunday rose-coloured
vestments may be worn instead of violet,
which is prescribed for every day in the season of Advent. A rose coloured
candle is included in the Advent wreath.
During the otherwise
penitential season of Advent, the readings on the third Sunday emphasize the
joyous anticipation of the Lord's coming.
So on this rejoicing Sunday let us really feel and see and sense
it.
We may wish to sing this hymn throughout the day
'Rejoice in the Lord always, again I say rejoice'
Rejoice in the Lord always, again I say
rejoice.
Rejoice, Rejoice, again, I say rejoice.
Rejoice, Rejoice, again I say rejoice.
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