THE THIRD WEEK OF ADVENT
GAUDETE
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THE POPE IN ROSE FOR
GAUDETE SUNDAY.
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Gaudete may be broadly translated as "rejoice" or "delight" and refers to the importance of the theme of Christian joy, even in the midst of a penitential season, which is reflected in the formulas and readings of the Gaudete Mass.
O Come, Emanuel in Latin
Midway through the penitential season of Advent, the Church bids us to set aside for a moment our austerities and rejoice in Christ’s coming which is soon to be accomplished. This Sunday is marked with a spirit of joy, and we are even commanded to be joyful as we hear the entrance antiphon: Gaudete in Domino semper! – Rejoice in the Lord always!
