Homily for the First Sunday of Advent
Mass of Dedication and Blessing of New Altar
November 29, 2025
St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church
Roanoke, Texas
Isaiah 2:1-5
Psalm 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9
Romans 13:11-14
Matthew 24:37-44
This present moment is most precious in the life of your parish, in the life of the Diocese of Fort Worth, and in the life of the entire Church. This present moment marks the blessing of this new space and dedication of the altar for your liturgical worship as a parish and for your catechetical and fellowship needs as a parish and community of faith. This present moment begins the new liturgical year on this first Sunday of Advent, when begin our preparation for the coming of Christ.
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