‘Gloria’ is Being Restore
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- Published on Thursday, 13 October 2011 19:31
- Written by FR. JOHN A. KILEY
‘Gloria’ is Being Restore
Believers are well aware that the Old Testament has its familiar Books of Psalms consisting of 150 songs, hymns and works of poetry. Believers should also recall that St. Luke has preserved for posterity the brief song of the angels heard from the skies over Bethlehem at the birth of Christ: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will.” Of all the canticles contained in the Sacred Scriptures, Old Testament or New Testament, the “Gloria” is probably the most familiar, being incorporated into the opening rite of the Mass.
This liturgical song has been greatly amplified by the church over the centuries. It bears perennial witness to the believing community’s ancient desire to express deeply held beliefs in rhythmical fashion. Come this Advent, the English-speaking world will modify a bit the praises found in the “Gloria” the better to reflect the traditional Latin cadences. The restored “Gloria” will read:
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will. We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almighty Father. Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.”
When American Catholics begin worshipping at the church’s renewed liturgy starting in Advent, they will of course have to restrain the jubilation expressed in the “Glory to God” until Christmas, the brisk hymn of praise being repressed during Advent. English-speaking Catholics should now chant how appropriate it is that this song first intoned by the angels on Christmas Eve for the first time on another Christmas Eve, commemorating the birth of the awaited Messiah.
Condensed version of “THE QUIET CORNER”
BY FATHER JOHN A. KILEY The Rhode Island Catholic
K of C Emblem
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- Published on Saturday, 23 July 2011 03:37
- Written by Tom Del Mastro
How the Emblem
of the
"Knights of Columbus"
came to be!
On May 12, 1883 at the Second Supreme meeting, the Emblem was designed by the first Supreme Knight, James T. Mullen.
When you first look at the Emblem, you see a shield mounted upon a Maltese cross, that is turned sideways. Shields are normally associated with a medieval Knights. The cross of Malta, represents the Cross of Christ. Through the Cross of Christ all graces of redemption were procured for mankind. This Cross and Shield represents the Catholic Spirit and Commitment of the "Knights of Columbus".
Mounted to the shield are three objects; a medieval ax standing, an anchor and a sword. The ax represents strong leadership, authority and a efficiently operating organization. The anchor is the symbol for Christopher Columbus, the patron of our Order. while the sword is the weapon of the Knight.
Also mounted to this Shield and Cross is the letters "K of C", which represents the Knighthood of a Catholic man in our organization. Knights lived by a code of chivalry. They were merciful in action, just in deed, fearless in battle and committed to serving God.
The red, white, and blue in the background of the shield, are the colors of our beloved country. Red is the color of stout hearted courage, pulsating activity and devotion. Blue is the symbol of hope, the tranquility of living under God and in the protection of our country. Which was established under God. White is the symbol of purpose, purity and crucible tried ideals that have been carried out.
But there is are other symbols for red, white, and blue. These are Christian symbols, for which red becomes the redemptive blood of Christ. Shed for all of us, on the Cross. Red symbolizes our Faith, in Christ, our Savior. It is also our mission, as Catholic men and Knights, to spread and proclaim the word and deeds of Jesus Christ.
White is the color of the Eucharist Host. God's living presence among and in men. The Eucharist shows God's infinite love and sacrifice for man. White also symbolizes the Knights Christ like Charity.
Blue is the color of Our Lady's mantle, which she used to drape her beloved Son. Through whom our salvation came. Blue is then the symbol of Hope.
So "ALWAYS" wear the emblem of the "Knights of Columbus", with deep Religious Conviction, Honor and Pride. Remember what it stands for and who it stands for! This emblem represents all that the Knights have been and all that the Knights will be. So be proud to call yourself a "Knight of Columbus"!
With thanks to Cleveland, Ohio Council 733 for the information.
New Website
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- Published on Thursday, 21 July 2011 01:13
- Written by Super User
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