The 2nd Sunday of Advent | Peace
On the 2nd Sunday of Advent, we light the second candle on our Advent wreaths, recalling the importance of the upcoming journey.
The second candle on the Advent wreath represents peace, the peace that would finally exist after the division of the kingdom in the Old Testament. Also called the “Bethlehem Candle,”—reminding us of the journey taken from Nazareth to Bethlehem before the birth of Christ and the peace to come.
Today, light the second candle on your Advent wreath, then reflect on the peace of the season as you bless your Christmas Manger or Nativity Scene: https://www.usccb.org/prayers/blessing-christmas-manger-or-nativity-scene
Pilgrimage to Italy | November 2025
Join Fr. Matthew Wigton on a Jubilee pilgrimage to Italy!
When: Nov. 4-13, 2025
During this eight-day trip, pilgrims will visit Assisi, Rome and other beautiful religious and holy miracle sites.
With 14 years of experience living in Rome, Fr. Matthew has a deep knowledge of the area and its historical Catholic sites.
www.dioceseofgaylord.org/news/jubilee-2025
Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Champion in Wisconsin | May 2025
National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion in the Green Bay, WI area with Bishop Walsh!
When: May 2-4, 2025
The Diocese of Gaylord will be organizing a group travel bus to Our Lady of Champion, including a walk to the Mary Pilgrimage on May 3, 2025.
Accommodations and costs: TBD
Contact Ami Peterson at apeterson@dioceseofgaylord.org or 989-705-3539 to be placed on a list to receive information as it becomes available.
Pray Daily with Bishop Walsh
Begin your day in prayer with Bishop Walsh. Each day, the bishop will share a daily prayer and petition, providing an opportunity to reflect before starting your daily routine.
Taken directly from the Liturgy of Hours, the morning prayer intercessions help us in sanctifying the day with prayer, ultimately bringing us closer to God and closer to the universal Church.
Visit our Facebook page facebook.com/diocesegaylord or our YouTube channel youtube.com/@DioceseofGaylordMI to join in the daily Prayers & Intentions.
Up North Catholic E-Newsletter
The Diocese of Gaylord has recently launched a weekly e-newsletter that will help deepen your understanding and relationship with God. Subscribe now and receive a variety of faith-based content including Bishop Walsh's "Checking In" video via email every Wednesday afternoon. Sign up today: dioceseofgaylord.org/subscribe.
