FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT | NOVEMBER 30, 2025
ADVENT SEASON AND IT’S SIGNIFICANCE IN THE LITURGICAL YEAR | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/advent-season-and-its-significance-in-the-liturgical-year/
THE LITURGICAL YEAR IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/the-liturgical-year-in-the-catholic-church/
SAINTS OF THE DAY ~ FEAST DAY: NOVEMBER 30, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/category/saints-of-the-day
FEAST OF SAINT ANDREW, APOSTLE AND MARTYR | NOVEMBER 30TH | Direct link to the detailed history of Saint Andrew | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/saints-of-the-dayfeast-day-november-30th/
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Watch “HOLY MASS PRESIDED BY POPE LEO XIV IN TURKEY | LIVE FROM ISTANBUL VOLKSWAGEN ARENA | VIGIL OF THE 1ST SUNDAY OF ADVENT | November 29, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/catholic-daily-mass-november-30-2025/
Pope Leo XIV presides over Holy Mass at the Volkswagen Arena on the Vigil Mass of the First Sunday of Advent. Live from Istanbul. The Liturgy includes readings in Armenian, Aramaic, English, Turkish and Italian — reflecting the diversity of the Church in Türkiye.
Watch “Holy Mass and Holy Rosary | 1ST SUNDAY OF ADVENT | EWTN | November 30, 2025 | “Holy Mass from the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy” | Pray “Holy Rosary Novena From Lourdes” | Pray “The Chaplet of Divine Mercy in song from the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy” | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/catholic-daily-mass-november-30-2025/
POPE LEO XIV ON HIS FIRST FOREIGN TRIP AS PONTIFF TO TURKEY AND LEBANON | TRIP BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 27, 2025 | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/pope-leo-xivs-on-his-first-foreign-trip-as-pontiff/
NOVENA TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY, THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION | DAY 2: Novena to the Blessed Virgin Mary, The Immaculate Conception Starts, November 29 – December 7th. Traditionally prayed in preparation for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on December 8th | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/novena-to-the-blessed-virgin-mary-the-immaculate-conception/
SAINT ANDREW’S CHRISTMAS NOVENA: [The Saint Andrew’s Christmas Novena prayer below is traditionally prayed 15 times a day from November 30, the Feast of Saint Andrew, through Christmas Eve]
Greetings and blessings, beloved family and Happy First Sunday of Advent!
Today, the Church joyfully celebrates the First Sunday of Advent, the beginning of a sacred season of hope, watchfulness, and renewal as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. This day also coincides with the Feast of Saint Andrew, Apostle and Martyr, the first-called disciple whose faithful response to the Lord invites us to follow Christ with readiness and courage. As we enter this new liturgical year, may the light of Advent awaken within us a deeper longing for God, strengthen our trust in His promises, and guide us to live each day with expectation, humility, and persevering faith.
We joyfully thank God for the gift of life and for leading us safely to the end of the month of November. As we continue this sacred journey of faith, we give thanks for God’s boundless mercy and the hope of eternal life promised to those who believe in Him. May the witness of the Saints and the faith of our loved ones who have gone before us inspire us to live each day in holiness, humility, and love. This month of November, dedicated to the Holy Souls in Purgatory, invites us to pray fervently for our departed loved ones and for all who await the fullness of heavenly joy. We especially remember those who mourn, that they may find comfort and peace in the promise of resurrection. Through the prayers of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of All Saints, may God grant eternal rest to the faithful departed, healing to the brokenhearted, and grace to all who seek His mercy. May this month bring light to our minds, peace to our hearts, and strength to our souls. Amen🙏🏽
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” ~ Matthew 5:4
We join our Holy Father Pope Leo XIV to pray for the gentle repose of the souls of our dear beloved late Pope Francis, the Cardinals, Bishops, Priests and Religious who have gone to be with the Lord. We also remember in prayer all who began this journey of life with us but are no longer here. We pray for the gentle repose of the souls of our loved ones who recently passed away, and we continue to pray for the souls in Purgatory; lost souls. For the repose of the souls of all the faithful departed, may the Lord receive them into the light of Eternal Kingdom.
“Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His Saints.” ~ Psalm 116:15
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon them. May their gentle souls through the mercy of God rest in perfect peace with our Lord Jesus Christ… Amen 🙏🏽
PRAYER FOR THE DEAD: In your hands, O Lord, we humbly entrust our brothers and sisters. In this life, you embraced them with your tender love; deliver them now from every evil, and bid them eternal rest. The old order has passed away: welcome them into paradise, where there will be no sorrow, no weeping or pain, but fullness of peace and joy with your Son and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen🙏🏽✝️🕯✝️🕯✝️🕯
Lord Almighty, we lift our hearts in gratitude for Your unfailing love, protection, and mercy that carried us through the past month. We entrust the days of November into Your hands, asking for Your blessings, guidance, and peace upon our lives and families. May this month be for us a time of renewed faith, deeper hope, and overflowing joy. We pray especially for all families, for children, parents, and teachers, that they may be strengthened and protected. Bless those who will celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, new opportunities, and milestones this month, and comfort those who enter it with heavy hearts or struggles. Lord, go before us, walk beside us, and remain with us always, now and forever. Amen. 🙏🏽
Today, we humbly pray for the poor, abandoned, and those in need, for all those who are marginalized in our society. For those who are imprisoned, especially those who are unjustly imprisoned. We pray for charitable organizations, asking God’s blessing upon their mission and we lift our prayers for peace, love, justice and unity in our families, marriages and our world. May God protect us all and keep us safe and united in peace, love and faith. Amen 🙏🏽
Through the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary on this special Feast day, we lift our prayers for the protection, safety and well-being of healthcare professionals, educators, missionaries, pilots, and all travelers. We ask for healing for the sick and dying, especially those who are suffering from cancers and other terminal diseases, strength for the weary, peace in troubled homes, and provision for all in need. Guide our steps in righteousness, protect us from harm, and fill our hearts with faith, joy, and gratitude. May this month draw us closer to Your will, and may every day be a testimony of Your goodness and mercy in our lives. We begin this month with trust in Your unfailing love, Lord, and we surrender all that lies ahead into Your hands. Amen 🙏🏾
We continue to pray for the Church, the Clergy, our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, the Cardinals, Bishops, all Priests, that they be sanctified in their ministry to God’s people. We pray for persecuted Christians, for the conversion of sinners, and Christians all over the world suffering from political and religious unrest.
Through the intercession of St. Joseph, we pray for all fathers, mothers, workers, and all those who labor in this world. May the Lord bless the work of their hands, and may God’s grace and mercy be with us all during this season of Ordinary Time. Wishing us all and our loved ones a joyful, peaceful, and grace-filled month of November. 🙏🏽
ADVENT SEASON AND IT’S SIGNIFICANCE IN THE LITURGICAL YEAR | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/advent-season-and-its-significance-in-the-liturgical-year/
Advent is the sacred four-week season that opens the Church’s Liturgical Year, inviting us to prepare our hearts for the birth of Jesus Christ and to look forward with hope to His Second Coming. The word Advent comes from the Latin adventus, meaning “coming” or “arrival,” reminding us that this season is marked by both joyful expectation and spiritual readiness. Traditionally, Advent is represented by the wreath and its four candles symbols of hope, peace, joy, and love, guiding us week by week as we reflect on the unfolding mystery of our salvation.
As we enter this holy season, the Church calls us to step back from the noise and hurry that often fill this time of year. Advent is not merely a countdown to Christmas; it is a grace-filled invitation to renew our relationship with God, deepen our prayer life, and open our hearts to the transforming light of Christ. Through Scripture, quiet reflection, and acts of charity, we are encouraged to grow in faith and to make room for the Lord who desires to dwell within us. This season also reconnects us with the longings of God’s people throughout history, those who waited in hope for the Messiah and trusted in God’s promises even in times of darkness.
As we journey through these weeks, may Advent help us rediscover what truly matters: the gift of God’s love made flesh in Jesus Christ. May it inspire us to embrace a spirit of watchfulness, simplicity, and gratitude, allowing Christ’s light to shine through our words and actions. And as we prepare to celebrate His birth, may our hearts be renewed with the hope that He who came once in humility will come again in glory.
PRAYER: Lord Jesus, as we begin this season of Advent, open our hearts to Your presence and fill us with the hope, peace, joy, and love that only You can give. Teach us to wait for You with faith, to prepare for You with sincerity, and to welcome You with humility and gratitude. May Your light guide our steps and renew our spirits as we journey toward Christmas. Amen 🙏🏾
ADVENT PRAYER – FIRST WEEK: The following prayer should be repeated each day during the first week. After the prayer, the family’s youngest child lights the first purple candle. (Family members can also take turns lighting and blowing out the candles on each night.)
LEADER: O Lord, stir up Thy might, we beg Thee, and come, That by Thy protection we may deserve to be rescued from the threatening dangers of our sins and saved by Thy deliverance. Through Christ our Lord. ALL: Amen🙏🏽
(The candle is allowed to burn during evening meals for the first week.)
SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS:
Bible Readings for today’s Holy Mass, First Sunday of Advent | USCCB | https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
Today’s Bible Readings: First Sunday of Advent | November 30, 2025
Reading 1: Isaiah 2:1–5
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 122:1–9
Reading 2: Romans 13:11–14
Gospel: Matthew 24:37–44
Gospel Reading ~ Matthew 24:37–44
“Stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come.”
“Jesus said to His disciples: “As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. In those days before the flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, up to the day that Noah entered the ark. They did not know until the flood came and carried them all away. So will it be also at the coming of the Son of Man. Two men will be out in the field; one will be taken, and one will be left. Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken, and one will be left. Therefore, stay awake! For you do not know on which day your Lord will come. Be sure of this: if the master of the house had known the hour of night when the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and not let his house be broken into. So too, you also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.”
As we begin the Season of Advent today, the Gospel places before us a profound call to spiritual vigilance. Just as people in Noah’s time were caught unaware—busy with daily routines, absorbed in ordinary activities—so too can we become spiritually inattentive in our own generation. Jesus is not warning us to instill fear, but to awaken our hearts, to remind us that His coming—both at the end of time and in the quiet moments of daily life—requires a readiness rooted in love and fidelity. Advent is a season of watchful waiting, a time to awaken our souls, to renew our longing for God, and to prepare our hearts for Christ who comes to save, heal, and restore. Jesus urges us to remain spiritually awake, not distracted or overwhelmed by life’s concerns, but anchored in prayer, righteousness, and hope.
Jesus speaks with an urgency that meets us exactly where we are. He knows how easily we can drift into spiritual sleep, through routine, stress, worry, or even comfort. The danger He warns against is not dramatic sin, but gradual neglect: the heart becoming dull, the spirit becoming weary, the desire for God becoming weak. Vigilance, then, is an act of love. To “stay awake” is to remain attentive to His presence, receptive to His grace, and aware of His movements in the ordinary events of life. The Lord invites us to cultivate a prayerful watchfulness, a steady readiness shaped by faithfulness rather than fear. This is the Advent spirit, to wait with hope, to watch with love, and to prepare with joyful expectation for the Lord who comes.
In the First Reading, Isaiah offers a majestic vision of hope: the nations streaming toward the mountain of the Lord, drawn by His peace, His wisdom, and His glory. He speaks of a world transformed, where weapons become tools of life, where war gives way to peace, and where hearts long to walk in the light of God. Isaiah’s message invites us to lift our eyes above the conflicts, violence, and uncertainties of our time and look toward the Kingdom God desires to build, a Kingdom of justice, unity, and divine peace. Advent renews this longing within us. God is drawing us toward Himself, calling us to climb His holy mountain, to listen to His instruction, and to walk in His light with renewed faith.
The Responsorial Psalm deepens this theme of joyful longing: “Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.” It is a song of pilgrims, hearts filled with gladness as they journey toward Jerusalem, the city of peace. The psalm is both a prayer and a promise, an invitation to seek the peace of God, to desire His presence, and to rejoice in His dwelling. The peace we pray for in Jerusalem becomes the peace we pray for in our world, in our homes, and within our own hearts. Advent is a pilgrimage of the soul, a journey toward the heart of God where true peace is found.
In the Second Reading, Saint Paul makes the Advent message unmistakably clear: “You know the time; it is the hour now for you to awake from sleep.” Paul calls us to cast off the works of darkness and to “put on the armor of light.” Advent is not only a season of waiting, it is a season of transformation. It is a time to examine our lives, to turn away from attitudes or habits that belong to the darkness, and to clothe ourselves with Christ. To put on Christ is to live with integrity, purity, compassion, self-control, humility, and love. Paul’s words remind us that salvation is nearer now than ever; the day of the Lord is at hand, and every moment is an opportunity to begin again.
As we reflect and meditate on the Sacred Scriptures today, we are invited to ask ourselves: Am I spiritually awake, or have I allowed routine, worry, or complacency to dull my longing for God? Do I prepare my heart daily for the Lord’s coming, or do I postpone conversion to a more convenient time? Am I walking in the light of the Lord, allowing His truth to guide my steps, or do I still cling to patterns of darkness that need healing? Isaiah calls me to hope, Paul calls me to conversion, and Jesus calls me to vigilance—how am I responding to these invitations today? Do I long for the peace of God, both in my heart and in the world? Am I allowing Advent to transform me, to awaken me, and to draw me closer to the Lord?
In a world overwhelmed by distractions, unrest, and shifting values, the Word of God calls us to remain awake, rooted in prayer, and eager for the coming of Christ. God is not distant, He is near, guiding, strengthening, and inviting us into deeper communion with Him. As disciples, we must live with intentional faith, joyful hope, and a readiness that reflects our trust in His promise. May our hearts be stirred with renewed longing for God, and may this Advent season awaken within us a deeper desire for holiness and peace. May God in His infinite grace and mercy, grant us His grace as we remain watchful, faithful, and attentive as we prepare the way for the Lord who comes in glory. 🙏🏽
Lord Jesus, awaken my heart and fill me with Your light. Help me to stay spiritually alert, free from the distractions and anxieties that dull my love for You. Grant me the grace to put on the armor of light and to walk daily in Your truth. Teach me to long for Your peace, to seek Your presence, and to prepare my heart to welcome You with joy. May this Advent season renew my faith, deepen my hope, and draw me closer to You in love. Amen. 🙏🏽
FEAST OF SAINT ANDREW, APOSTLE AND MARTYR – FEAST DAY: NOVEMBER 30: Today, the Church joyfully celebrates the Feast of Saint Andrew, Apostle and Martyr (Patron of Fishermen, Sailors, Fishmongers, Singers, and Scotland). As the first-called disciple of Christ, Saint Andrew responded to the Lord with humility, courage, and missionary zeal, becoming a pillar of the early Church and a model for all who desire to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. On this blessed feast, we turn to his powerful intercession and the loving protection of our Blessed Mother Mary asking God to strengthen our faith, deepen our hope, and fill our lives with peace, perseverance, and trust, especially in the challenging times we face today. May Saint Andrew’s witness inspire us to proclaim Christ with boldness and to embrace God’s grace in every circumstance. 🙏🏾
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SAINT ANDREW, APOSTLE AND MARTYR: Saint Andrew the Apostle (1st c.), honored as “the First-Called,” was among the earliest disciples of Jesus. Born in Bethsaida, he worked as a fisherman alongside his brother, Saint Peter, and their companions, James and John, on the Sea of Galilee. Before encountering Christ, Andrew had been a devoted disciple of Saint John the Baptist, whose preaching prepared his heart for the Messiah. When John pointed to Jesus and proclaimed, “Behold, the Lamb of God,” Andrew immediately followed the Lord. Filled with conviction, he went to his brother Simon and declared with joy, “We have found the Messiah!” Thus, Andrew became the first to bring another disciple to Christ—a profound sign of his apostolic zeal. After the Ascension of Jesus, Saint Andrew carried the Gospel far beyond Palestine, preaching in Asia Minor, Scythia, Greece, and along the Black Sea, becoming a spiritual father to many early Christian communities. Ancient tradition holds that he preached in what is now Turkey, Ukraine, Russia, and Greece, making him a foundational figure in both the Eastern and Western Churches.
Saint Andrew’s martyrdom is one of the most cherished testimonies of early Christianity. In Patras, Greece, he was arrested for refusing to offer sacrifice to pagan gods. Not counting himself worthy to die on a cross identical to Christ’s, Andrew requested an X-shaped cross, now known as the “Cross of Saint Andrew.” For two days, he hung upon the cross—still preaching Christ to all who gathered, radiating peace and joy even in suffering. His relics were later honored in Constantinople, Amalfi, and Scotland, where devotion to him remains strong.
Today, Saint Andrew is invoked as the patron of fishermen, sailors, single women, singers, and those seeking to grow in missionary courage. His life teaches us the beauty of responding immediately to God’s call, the importance of leading others to Christ, and the grace of endurance in trials.
PRAYER: Lord God, who called Saint Andrew to be the first disciple and a fearless herald of the Gospel, grant that through his intercession we may answer Your call with generous hearts and steadfast faith. Strengthen us to follow Christ with courage, to love others with sincerity, and to persevere in hope amid every challenge. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾
Our Blessed Mother Mary, and Saint Andrew ~ Pray for us. 🙏🏾
SAINT ANDREW PRAYER: Beginning today, on this Feast of St. Andrew (November 30th), the following beautiful prayer is traditionally recited fifteen times a day until Christmas. This is a very meditative prayer that helps us increase our awareness of the real focus of Christmas and helps us prepare ourselves spiritually for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
“Hail and blessed be the hour and moment in which the Son of God was born of the most pure Virgin Mary, at midnight, in Bethlehem, in piercing cold. In that hour vouchsafe, O my God! to hear my prayer and grant my desires, [here mention your request] through the merits of Our Saviour Jesus Christ, and of His blessed Mother. Amen.”🙏🏾
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LIST OF ALL NOVENAS | Month of November | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/list-of-all-novenas-november/
COMMON CATHOLIC PRAYERS | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/common-catholic-prayers/
THE HOLY ROSARY: WHAT IS THE HOLY ROSARY AND WHY DO WE PRAY THE HOLY ROSARY? | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/2024/11/21/the-holy-rosary-what-is-the-holy-rosary-and-why-do-we-pray-the-holy-rosary/
PURGATORY: WHAT IS PURGATORY? | https://dailyreflectionswithphilomena.com/2024/11/15/purgatory-and-limbo/
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THE POPE’S MONTHLY INTENTIONS FOR 2025: FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER: For the prevention of suicide. Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.
(https://popesprayerusa.net/popes-intentions/)
DEVOTION OF THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER | MONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS: November is dedicated to the Holy Souls in Purgatory, a month of prayerful remembrance for all the faithful departed who await the joy of Heaven. The Church calls us to intercede for them through our prayers, sacrifices, and Masses, trusting in God’s mercy to purify their souls and welcome them into eternal light. These souls, known as the Church Suffering, are united with the Church Triumphant in Heaven and the Church Militant on earth, one communion of love bound together in Christ.
This devotion is beautifully expressed in the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day) on November 2, which follows the Solemnity of All Saints on November 1. As the liturgical year draws to a close, the Church invites us to reflect on eternity, on the hope of resurrection and the promise of Heaven. Each prayer offered for the departed becomes an act of mercy that brings comfort to their souls and strengthens our own journey toward holiness.
“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace. Amen.” 🙏🏽
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PRAYER INTENTIONS: As we begin this holy Season of Advent, we turn our hearts to God with trust and hope, asking for the grace to remain spiritually awake and attentive to the coming of Christ. We pray for the light of God’s peace to fill our world, especially in nations torn by conflict, division, and fear. May families experiencing hardship, loneliness, or uncertainty find comfort in God’s loving presence. Through the intercession of Saint Andrew the Apostle, may all Christians grow in missionary zeal, courage, and joyful expectation as we prepare for the Lord’s coming. We also remember the sick, the poor, the grieving, those seeking employment, and all who feel spiritually distant from God, that this Advent may be a time of healing, renewal, and restored hope. May our Blessed Mother Mary walk with us as we wait in faith, live in charity, and open our hearts to Emmanuel, God-with-us.
LET US PRAY:
My ever-present Lord, You surround me with Your grace and flood me with Your mercy day and night. Please give me a heart that is attentive and receptive to You so that I can receive all that You wish to bestow and love You and others with Your Sacred Heart. Jesus, I trust in You. Amen 🙏🏽
Lord our God, as we enter this sacred Season of Advent, awaken our hearts to Your presence and strengthen our desire to seek You above all things. Teach us to walk in Your light, to live with compassion, and to remain watchful for the coming of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Through the powerful intercession of Saint Andrew the Apostle, fill us with courage to witness to the Gospel and with grace to live each day in faith, hope, and love. May Your peace dwell in our homes, Your joy renew our spirits, and Your mercy guide our steps now and always. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. 🙏🏾
Save Us, Savior of the World. Our Blessed Mother Mary, and Saint Andrew ~ Pray for us 🙏🏾
Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Pray for us. Amen 🙏🏽
Thanking God for the precious gift of this new day, and on this First Sunday of Advent, may our hearts remain open to the quiet working of the Holy Spirit who continues to guide, renew, and strengthen us each day. As we continue our journey through the end of the month of November, we lift our hearts in gratitude for the blessings of the past and entrust the days ahead into God’s loving hands. In this sacred season of hopeful expectation, may our Advent journey be filled with light, peace, safety, and the quiet joy that comes from knowing that Christ, our long-awaited Savior, walks with us always. Alleluia! May God grant journey mercies to all those traveling this weekend. Have a blessed, safe, grace-filled 1st Sunday of Advent, a peaceful season of Advent and completion of the month of November. 🙏🏽
Blessings and Love always, Philomena 💖
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