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We’ve probably all been told to “offer it up” at some point in our lives. Though we might be tempted to roll our eyes at this, it’s actually what we’re all called to do when we face hardships. When we unite our suffering to the Passion of Christ, it becomes a powerful prayer. Just as Jesus’ suffering gave us new life and cleansed us of sin, our own suffering can be offered for the benefit of others. By his Cross and Death, Jesus reclaimed suffering from the enemy and made it something life-giving. So when you find yourself suffering, trust that it is not in vain; Jesus suffered first, he suffers with you now, and he is using your suffering to bring about good. Redemptive suffering is a gift of the Church and a gift to you.
Sacred Music is a treasure of immeasurable value. The words and music together form an integral part of the solemn liturgy. Sacred Music can be the simple, methodical Gregorian chant or the magnificent works of composers with unparalleled human voices. It brings beauty to God’s Word and can stir a soul. Sacred Music is a gift of the Church and a gift to you.
Catholic Mass live from The Chapel of the Holy Cross at CatholicTV.
Celebrated by Father Philip Dabney, host of The Perpetual Help Novena from Boston's Mission Church.
Thursday, December 13, 2nd Week of Advent.
