Fr. Scott Haynes
Candlemas: Blessing of Candles
On the 40th day of Christmas, we celebrate the Presentation of Our Lord in the Temple. An ancient tradition of blessing candles is kept.
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Fr. Scott Haynes
Jan 304 min read
Two Turtledoves
Mary and Joseph make the offering of the poor, two turtledoves, as they present the Lord in the Temple on the 40th day after His birth.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 31, 20233 min read
His Name Was Called Jesus
Devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus is increased by the example of St. Juan Capistrano. Learn of the power of Jesus' name.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 31, 20233 min read
A Sword Shall Pierce Thy Heart
Simeon, the wise man of the Temple, predicts Mary's suffering. Following the way of the Cross, Mary in the path Christ sets out for her.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 31, 20235 min read
Circumcision of the Lord
On New Year's Day we celebrate the Octave of the Nativity of Our Lord and Jesus' Circumcision, tied to t Jewish history of the Old Covenant.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 29, 20233 min read
St. Sylvester, the Last Saint of the Year
In the calendar year, who is the last saint mentioned? It is St. Sylvester I, who was a 4th century Pope, and contemporary of Constantine.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 29, 20232 min read
Innocent Martyr Flowers
We remember the slaughter of the Holy Innocents of Bethlehem annually on December 28th.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 29, 20233 min read
Blessing of Wine on the Feast of St. John the Divine
Wine is blessed in honor of St. John to recall how he survived attempted wine poisoning.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 29, 20234 min read
Murder in the Cathedral: The Martyrdom of St. Thomas Beckett
The amazing conversion of St. Thomas Beckett gives us hope as we see how sinners convert and become faithful sons of God.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 23, 20233 min read
History of Adeste Fidelis
Learn the interesting story of this popular carol sung across the world.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 21, 20231 min read
The Christmas Tree and the Shepherds
We often speak of the gifts of the three kings, but what were the gifts of the shepherds?
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 17, 20234 min read
The Poinsettia: A Symbolic Journey Through History and Christology
The history of the poinsettia is deeply significant. Learn of its symbolic meaning and importance in the Christmas celebration.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 17, 20234 min read
St. Boniface and the Christmas Tree
Learn the origins of the Christmas tree and its interesting connections to St. Boniface.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Jan 12, 20231 min read
The Three Kings - Healey Willan
Healey Willan's composition for the season of Epiphnay, The Three Kings, is a charming choral gem, sung here by Chanticleer.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Jan 12, 20231 min read
There shall a star from Jacob, Mendelssohn
Enjoy the anthem, There shall a star from Jacob, by Felix Mendelssohn, as sung by the Guildford Cathedral Choir (Barry Rose, Conductor).
Fr. Scott Haynes
Jan 8, 20235 min read
St. Joseph's Role in the Holy Family
Learn of St. Joseph's amazing role in the family at Nazareth. This man was chosen above all men protect and guard Jesus and Mary.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Jan 6, 20231 min read
Three Kings, Healey Willan
On Epiphany each year, choirs love to sing Healey Willan's anthem, "Three Kings."
Fr. Scott Haynes
Jan 5, 202311 min read
Blessing of Epiphany Water
The traditional blessing of water on Epiphany is an ancient ceremony of the Latin Rite.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Jan 5, 20231 min read
Epiphany Traditions
From the blessing of Epiphany Water to the Chalking of the Doors on the feast of the Three Kings, Catholics celebrate Epiphany in tradition.
Fr. Scott Haynes
Dec 31, 20223 min read
The Last Saint of the Year: St. Sylvester I
In the calendar year, who is the last saint mentioned? It is St. Sylvester I, who was a 4th century Pope, and contemporary of Constantine.
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