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SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT - DECEMBER 6, 2020 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT LIVE-STREAM MASS PACKET ST. DOMINIC , DECEMBER 6, 2020

INTRODUCTORY RITES

Opening Song – please refer to the music pages above in your packet

Priest: In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. The grace of our Lord Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. People: And with your spirit.

Penitential Act All: I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I have greatly sinned, in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have failed to do, through my fault, through my fault, through my most grievous fault; therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-, all the Angels and , and you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me to the Lord our God.

Presider: May almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us our sins, and bring us to everlasting life. R. Amen. V. Lord, have mercy. R. Lord, have mercy. V. Christ, have mercy. R. Christ, have mercy. V. Lord, have mercy. R. Lord, have mercy.

*There is no Gloria during Advent*

Collect

Priest: Almighty and merciful God, may no earthly undertaking hinder those who set out in haste to meet your Son, but may our learning of heavenly wisdom gain us admittance to his company. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

THE LITURGY OF THE WORD

Reading 1 IS 40:1-5, 9-11

Comfort, give comfort to my people, says your God. Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and proclaim to her that her service is at an end, her guilt is expiated; indeed, she has received from the hand of the LORD double for all her sins. A voice cries out: In the desert prepare the way of the LORD! Make straight in the wasteland a highway for our God! Every valley shall be filled in, every mountain and hill shall be made low; the rugged land shall be made a plain, the rough country, a broad valley. Then the glory of the LORD shall be revealed, and all people shall see it together; for the mouth of the LORD has spoken. Go up on to a high mountain, Zion, herald of glad tidings; cry out at the top of your voice, Jerusalem, herald of good news! Fear not to cry out and say to the cities of Judah: Here is your God! Here comes with power the Lord GOD, who rules by his strong arm; here is his reward with him, his recompense before him. Like a shepherd he feeds his flock; in his arms he gathers the lambs, carrying them in his bosom, and leading the ewes with care.

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Responsorial Psalm will be sung – please refer to the music pages above in your packet

Reading 2 2 PT 3:8-14 Do not ignore this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years and a thousand years like one day. The Lord does not delay his promise, as some regard “delay,” but he is patient with you, not wishing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a mighty roar and the elements will be dissolved by fire, and the earth and everything done on it will be found out. Since everything is to be dissolved in this way, what sort of persons ought you to be, conducting yourselves in holiness and devotion, waiting for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be dissolved in flames and the elements melted by fire. But according to his promise we await new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells. Therefore, beloved, since you await these things, be eager to be found without spot or blemish before him, at peace. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

The Alleluia is sung – please refer to the music pages above in your packet

Gospel MK 1:1-8 The beginning of the of Jesus Christ the Son of God. As it is written in the prophet: Behold, I am sending my messenger ahead of you; he will prepare your way. A voice of one crying out in the desert: “Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths.” appeared in the desert proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. People of the whole Judean countryside and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem were going out to him and were being baptized by him in the Jordan River as they acknowledged their sins. John was clothed in camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist. He fed on locusts and wild honey. And this is what he proclaimed: “One mightier than I is coming after me. I am not worthy to stoop and loosen the thongs of his sandals. I have baptized you with water; he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.”

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

Homily

Nicene Creed I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible.

I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; Through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven,

[at the words that follow, up to and including “and became man,” all bow.]

and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.

I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers of the Faithful

Priest: The God who sent John the Baptist to prepare the way for Jesus rules with a strong arm and listens with a tender heart. With confidence we come before him with our needs this day.

Lector: 1. For the world’s leaders and peoples, that we prepare the way of the Lord by striving for peace and lifting up the downtrodden… We pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

2. For countries and cities torn by strife, that worldly pride may be brought low, and that valleys of despair be filled with reconciliation, healing and God’s justice… We pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

3. For those who will suffer times of defeat, oppression, disappointment, anxiety, or fear: that their moments of darkness will be overcome by love, hope, joy, and peace in the presence of God… We pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

4. During this Dominican Month for Peace, we continue to pray for the Dominicans working in the Ukraine in the midst of military conflict, oppression and the displacement of many thousands of Ukrainians in their six-year war of independence… We pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

5. For ______, whom we remember in a special way at this Mass…

5:00 P.M. Vigil Mass: Aureliano G. Coronel, for the repose of his soul 7:30 A.M. Mass: the people of St. Dominic’s 9:00 A.M Sun. Mass: Isabel and Juana Bautista, for the repose of their souls 11: 00 AM Sun. Mass: Maria Huerta-Garcia, thanksgiving 5:00 PM Sun. Mass: Julian and Narcisa Patacoil, for the repose of their souls

We pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

1. For the intentions written in our Book of Prayer and for all the intentions we hold in the silence of our hearts (PAUSE)… We pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

Priest: Lord our God, make low the mountains of our pride and stubbornness, fill in the valleys of our weakness and weariness, and make straight your path to our hearts. Comfort us, your people, in our need. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

During this time of Offertory, we invite those of you viewing Mass from home to prepare your donation to the parish which you may send later at your convenience. Thank you for your continued generosity.

THE LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST

Offertory Song – please refer to the music pages above in your packet

Presider: Blessed are you, Lord God of all creation, for through your goodness we have received the bread we offer you: fruit of the earth and work of human hands, it will become for us the bread of life.

People: Blessed be God for ever.

Presider: Blessed are you, Lord God of all creation, for through your goodness we have received the wine we offer you: fruit of the vine and work of human hands, it will become our spiritual drink. People: Blessed be God for ever.

Presider: Pray, brothers and sisters, that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God, the almighty Father.

People: May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory of his name, for our good and the good of all his holy Church.

Prayer over the Offerings Be pleased, O Lord, with our humble prayers and offerings, and, since we have no merits to plead our cause, come, we pray, to our rescue with the protection of your mercy. Through Christ our Lord.

…The Preface and the Eucharistic Prayer follow…

THE COMMUNION RITE

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father who art in heaven hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us and lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil… Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Lord Jesus Christ, who said to your Apostles: Peace I leave you, my peace I give you; look not on our sins, but on the faith of your Church, and graciously grant her peace and unity in accordance with your will. Who live and reign for ever and ever. R. Amen.

The Sign of Peace

Presider: The peace of the Lord be with you always. People: And with your spirit. Presider: Let us offer each other the sign of peace.

The Lamb of God is sung. Presider: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb. People: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed.

Act of Spiritual Communion My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.

I love you above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul.

Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you.

Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.

Prayer after Communion Presider: Replenished by the food of spiritual nourishment, we humbly beseech you, O Lord, that, through our partaking in this mystery, you may teach us to judge wisely the things of earth and hold firm to the things of heaven. Through Christ our Lord.. Amen.

The Concluding Rites

Announcements 1. There will be a second collection on Sunday, December 13 for the Religious Retirement Fund. Please be generous. 2. This Tuesday, December 8, is the Feast of the of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Normally, it is a for Catholics, but, because of the pandemic, the obligation to attend Mass this day is removed. The only public Mass to be offered that day will be at 8 a.m. There will also be Masses live-streamed only at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, and 6:00 p.m. in English and 6:30 p.m. in Spanish. 3. Don’t forget our bilingual Advent parish retreat available on our website that features music, beautiful imagery and short reflections. You can watch it any time. 4. The Hispanic Community invites all parishioners to attend their festivities for . This Friday there will be a virtual prayer service from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. There will also be an all-night virtual vigil with adoration of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:30 p.m. until Saturday morning at 6 a.m. Then, on Saturday at 6 a.m. there will be a virtual prayer service with music dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe. All these services will be available on our website. The public Mass will be offered at 11 a.m. here in the school yard. Please register on our website or call the parish office to reserve a space for the Mass. The Mass will be followed by a procession of cars to honor Our Lady at the altar in the church’s main parking lot at approximately 12:30 p.m. 5. (Sunday 7:30, 9:00 & 11:00 am Masses only) Those of you who ordered tamales, they are ready for pick up this morning from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Final Blessing and Dismissal Presider: The Lord be with you. People: And with your spirit. Presider: May almighty God bless you, the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. People: Amen. Presider: Go in peace, glorifying the Lord by your life. People: Thanks be to God.

Closing song – please refer to the music pages above in your packet

A Message from Fr. Roberto

Advent Bilingual Retreat Don’t forget that our parish is offering a virtual bilingual (English and Spanish) Advent retreat called “New Beginnings.” You can access it on our website (www.saintdominics.org) and watch it any time you wish. It offers music, beautiful images, Scripture and reflections on the lives of John the Baptist, Mary and to help us make a new beginning in our relationships with God and with others.

Our Lady of Guadalupe The feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe – declared patroness of the by Pius XII in 1945 – is December 12 each year. This was the date of the final apparition of Our Lady to (pictured at right), the humble Aztec, at in City in 1531 at which she left the famous miraculous image on his tilma – the apron-like garment he wore. Juan Diego’s actual tilma image of Mary (pictured at left) continues to be on display at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in which is the most visited Catholic pilgrimage site in the world. There are many marvelous aspects to this The actual tilma which apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary that I would like hangs in the Basilica in to highlight. Next week I will give an explanation of Mexico City. some of the symbolism contained in the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Conversion of the : During the twelve years from the time of the Artist’s rendering of the Spanish conquest of Mexico (1519-21) to the appearance of Our Lady of apparition in 1531. Guadalupe (1531), very few of the indigenous Aztecs had converted to the Catholic Faith. But after the apparition, six million Aztecs converted to Catholicism within six years, and many more millions in the years that followed! This is due, in part, to the image of tenderness and the message of love and acceptance Our Lady of Guadalupe conveyed to the Aztecs compared to the harsh treatment that they had received from the . To this day, Our Lady continues to bring many people closer to Jesus and to the Catholic faith with her tender care and prayers.

Miraculous Image: The image was “imposed” onto Juan Diego’s tilma – a porous and coarse cactus material similar to burlap. The normal life expectancy of this garment was 10 or 20 years under normal conditions; however, the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe has survived for 484 years! This is even more amazing considering that the image was not placed under protective glass until 1647 – 116 years after the apparition. So, during all those previous years it was left exposed to the elements in a hot and humid environment plus years of smoke from candles, oil lamps and incense – not to mention the thousands of people who touched it with their hands or other objects. In 1921, a bomb was detonated on an altar under the image by anti-Catholic forces. In that blast even though a cast-iron cross next to the image was twisted out of shape and the marble altar rail was heavily damaged, the tilma was unharmed! To this day the image remains intact, undamaged and the The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City colors are still vivid.

Scientific Investigations: The image of Our Lady of Guadalupe has been scientifically investigated several times through the centuries by artists, scientists and scholars. In 1977, the tilma was examined using infrared photography and digital enhancement techniques. Unlike any painting, the tilma shows no sketching or any sign of outline drawn to enable an artist to produce a painting. Further, the very method used to create the image is still unknown. The image is inexplicable in its longevity and method of production. --Next week: a brief explanation of the amazing symbolism in the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe--