December 12, 2010 - GAUDETE SUNDAYt

Today is the Third Sunday of Advent which is also called Gaudete Sunday or Rejoice Sunday. Gaudete is the Latin word for "Rejoice" the first word of the Introit or Entrance Prayer at Mass. Officiating priests at Mass wear rose-colored vestments signifying the joy of believers as they come halfway through the Advent Season anticipating the birth of our Savior.