Latest Diocese Life Blog Burning Bush: Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent 2023 Reflection for the Third Week of Advent, Sunday 17 December 2023, 'Gaudete' (Rejoice) Sunday. “Rejoice in the Lord always …. Indeed the Lord is near” (Philippians 4:4-5) by Mgr Daniel McHugh, the Co-ordinator for Ethnic Chaplaincies in the Archdiocese of Birmingham. A 10-minute pause for Sunday to be still and reflect on our Mission with the help of scripture, music/song, pictures, a homily and Adoration intended to lead into personal prayer and action. Ethnic Chaplaincies in our Archdiocese Advent and Christmas resources Manage Cookie Preferences