Advent in Our Parish

Here you will find all the information about dates and times of liturgies we are celebrating to mark the holy season of Advent.   “The Advent season is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds to Christ’s second coming at the end of time and to the anniversary of Our Lord’s birth on Christmas. From the earliest days of the Church, people have been fascinated by Jesus’ promise to come back. But the scripture readings during Advent tell us not to waste our time with predictions. Advent is not about speculation. Our Advent readings call us to be alert and ready, not weighted down and distracted by the cares of this world (Lk 21:34-36). Like Lent, the liturgical color for Advent is purple since both are seasons that prepare us for great feast days. Advent also includes an element of penance in the sense of preparing, quieting, and disciplining our hearts for the full joy of Christmas.” (USCCB)”

Mondays in Advent

Wednesdays in Advent

Thursdays in Advent

Pre-recorded guided prayer with Scripture video posted to parish media YouTube channel (“Dunleer Parish Media”), from 6pm. Begins Thursday Dec. 5th.

Fridays in Advent

Saturdays in Advent

 Other Liturgies & Activities

A Digital Advent Calendar

 The digital Advent calendar offers a distinctive and spiritually enriching way to journey through this holy season.  Based on the Jubilee Year’s theme of #Hope, the 2024 calendar offers prayers and resources designed to guide individuals, families and faith communities to reflect on the hope that Christ brings to the world, while also preparing for the upcoming Holy Jubilee Year in 2025. Access the calendar here each day: https://www.catholicbishops.ie/adventcalendar/