https://www.sttimothysacc.com/second-sunday-of-advent/ Lighting the second candle during Advent represents "peace," signifying the peace brought by Jesus Christ and reflecting on the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem in preparation for his birth; this candle is often called the "Bethlehem candle."
https://www.sttimothysacc.com/rose-sunday-gaudete-the-third-sunday-of-advent/ In the tradition of the Advent wreath, lighting the third candle represents "joy" and is often called the "Shepherd's Candle," symbolizing the great joy felt by the shepherds upon hearing the news of Jesus' birth, as they were the first to witness it; this candle is typically pink in color and is lit on […]
Dixi, custodiam. Psalm xxxix. LORD, let me know mine end, and the number of my days; * that I may be certified how long I have to live. Behold, thou hast made my days as it were a span long, and mine age is even as nothing in respect of thee; * and verily every […]
https://www.sttimothysacc.com/fourth-sunday-of-advent/ Lighting the 4th Advent candle signifies "love," representing the ultimate love of God shown through the birth of Jesus, often called the "Angel's Candle" as it symbolizes the angels' message of good news at Christ's birth; it is typically the final candle lit before Christmas, signifying the nearness of the celebration.
Christmas Eve, Midnight Mass, also known as Solemn High Mass, happens every December 24th, 11:30 PM at St. Timothy's ACC.
THANKSGIVING and honor and glory be unto Thee, Almighty God, who for us men and for our salvation didst give thine only-begotten Son to be born in great humility of the Virgin Mary, His Mother. Accept and Bless to our use this Christmas Creche and Tree, that it may set before us the exceeding love […]