Stained Glass Windows
In Gothic architecture, a rose window is a circular stained-glass window. It is a prominent feature in many old churches. Create a rose window at home.
Search the Internet for rose window templates. You can trace the template on a piece of paper and color it in. Alternatively, you can create one with black construction paper and tissue paper. Search YouTube for videos on how to make these. Hang it in your window or another spot that gets sunlight. Consider laminating it to use as a decoration for years to come.
Glorious St. Rose
As we journey through Advent, pray this prayer, calling on the intercession of St. Rose of Lima.
Glorious St. Rose of Lima,
you who knew what it was to love Jesus
with such a fine and generous heart.
You, whom since infancy,
despised the world's vanities in order to embrace His Cross.
You who loved, with unfailing devotion,
our Heavenly Mother
and professed a great tender dedication to the destitute,
serving them the same way Jesus did.
Teach us to imitate your greatest virtues,
so that we, following your example,
can enjoy your glorious protection in Heaven.
For Our Lord, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns forever.
Amen.
The third Sunday of Advent is called Gaudete Sunday often symbolized with the color rose or pink. Where do you see this color at your parish today?
Invite someone to go to Christmas Mass with you. Ask now so that you can
plan when to go together.
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