For the last seven days of Advent, Sister Joseph from the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal in Atlantic City will be offering reflections on the “O” Antiphons.
The Roman Church has been singing the “O” Antiphons since at least the eighth century. They are the antiphons that accompany the Magnificat canticle of Evening Prayer from December 17-23. As explained by the USCCB, they are a magnificent theology that uses ancient biblical imagery drawn from the messianic hopes of the Old Testament to proclaim the coming Christ as the fulfillment not only of Old Testament hopes, but present ones as well. Their repeated use of the imperative “Come!” embodies the longing of all for the Divine Messiah.
Each of our show videos will be introduced by the a cappella singing of fellow CFR Sister Chiara.
Tune in at Noon every day until Christmas:
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