Tag Archives: Angelus

A Novel Angelus

Posted on November 20, 2019 by stchrysostoms

“The Angelus bell slowly rings. Sister Hermance turns in the general direction of the high altar and get to her knees as she prays, “The angel of the Lord declared unto Mary.” “And she conceived of the Holy Ghost.” And … Continue reading →

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The Angelus: Stop, pause and pray

Posted on July 30, 2019 by stchrysostoms

Just over 100 years ago Jean-Francois Millet’s painting L’Angélus was one of the most popular paintings in Western Europe and the United States. Painted in 1857 Millet’s depiction of two French peasants praying rapidly became an icon of Catholic identity. A … Continue reading →

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Inspiring and joyful priests

Posted on July 7, 2016 by stchrysostoms

A member of St Chrysostom’s sneaked into the SCP (Society of Catholic Priests) 2016 conference for several of the sessions and meals. What did our spy discover? It was an absolute pleasure to be involved with the SCP conference and … Continue reading →

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An Invitation to pray in May, Mary’s month

Posted on May 2, 2016 by stchrysostoms

Here’s an invitation to join in a ‘chain of prayer’ from St Chrysostom’s in May, traditionally called Mary’s month. For centuries Christians have been praying the Angelus at morning, noon and evening each day. Pausing in the midst of work … Continue reading →

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Regina Coeli

Posted on May 13, 2014 by stchrysostoms

For over 270 years Christians have sung (or said) the Regina Coeli in place of the Angelus during the great Easter season. The joy of Easter breaks through time and space and we dare to encourage the saints and Mary, … Continue reading →

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Angelus Domini

Posted on April 11, 2014 by stchrysostoms

Singing the Angelus after 11am Mass on a Sunday is a very popular devotion at St Chrysostom’s. Children, parents and carers come forward to Mary’s statue and are joined by clergy and servers. The Angelus is introduced, often with a … Continue reading →

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