by Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
Gospel Reading: Mk 13:33-37
"Watch, therefore; you do not know when the lord of the house is coming, whether in the evening, or at midnight, or at cockcrow, or in the morning. May he not come suddenly and find you sleeping." (Mark 13:35-36)
As advent begins, place yourself in the hands of our Lord, and ask Him for special guidance in prayer and good works to last throughout the season."