Tag: catholic tradition

The Path Toward Peace

The season moves forward with a second violet candle—its calm light opening the path toward peace.

Second Sunday of Advent • 7 December 2025

The Second Sunday of Advent marks the next step toward Christ’s coming. The readings turn to John the Baptist, who calls people to prepare and to clear the path. His message brings things back into order, opening space for what matters most.

The Advent wreath shows this progression. The second violet candle is lit, carrying the meaning of peace. And while John does not preach about peace directly, his call leads toward it. When the heart is prepared, distractions fall away, and peace finally has room to stay.

This Sunday invites a simple movement: set things in order, keep the essentials in front, and let the season guide you toward Christ with peace.

⌨ ᴛʸᵖⁱⁿᵍ ᴏᵘᵗ ᵒᶠ ᵗʰᵉ ʙˡᵘᵉ ᵈᵃʳᵉᵐ ᵐᵘˢⁱᶜ ᵇˡᵒᵍ

Merely Christmas • Darem Placer
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Red Wednesday: A Day the World Turns Red for the Persecuted

A day of solidarity for those who suffer for their faith—on November 26, 2025, communities stand together in red.

Red Wednesday is a global Catholic tradition that began in the mid-2010s through Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) in the UK. The idea was simple: shine the color red to remember Christians—and other faith communities—who suffer violence or restrictions because of what they believe.

London and Manila were among the first to light up landmarks in red. From there, the movement spread fast. Each year, schools, parishes, and cities join by turning buildings red, wearing red, and praying for people who cannot practice their faith freely.

Red was chosen because it has long symbolized sacrifice in Christian history. It’s a reminder that persecution still happens today—not just in ancient stories.

For 2025, Red Wednesday falls on November 26. It’s a quiet moment to pause, pray, and stand with those who face danger for their faith.

A simple color, a small act, but a strong message: you are not forgotten.

On this day, wear red—stand with the persecuted, and let hope be seen.

⌨ ᴛʸᵖⁱⁿᵍ ᴏᵘᵗ ᵒᶠ ᵗʰᵉ ʙˡᵘᵉ ᵈᵃʳᵉᵐ ᵐᵘˢⁱᶜ ᵇˡᵒᵍ