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Experiencing the Advent season with Father Galles

December 02, 2025 • Season 2 • Episode 23

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Father Andrew Galles, our diocesan director of worship, shares the hopeful anticipation of the season of Advent with us. From the Isaiah readings at daily Masses to the weekend Gospel readings, O Antiphons, the collect (opening prayers) and the beautiful liturgical music of Advent, the church offers so much to help us truly experience Advent. Father Galles offers suggestions outside of the liturgy for the faithful to best prepare for the great feast of Christmas after the conclusion of Advent. You won't want to miss this episode!

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