Nov 7, 2025 · I was initially pleased to see that recently Rorate Caeli had published a critical essay by John Lamont on my writings. Given that Lamont has often shown himself to be a thoughtful writer, I …

Nov 22, 2025 · The Rorate Mass is a liturgical Marian celebration for the season of Advent. In the Rorate Mass, the faithful join the expectant Virgin Mother as they prepare for Christmas.

5 days ago · The Rorate Mass originated in the Middle Ages as one of the many Advent devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary. According to the modern liturgical theologian Adam Adolf, in, “The Liturgical …

3 days ago · The Rorate tradition began around the 13th century during a surge of devotion to her. The white vestments honor her sinlessness and virginity, and the readings are taken from prophecies of …

Dec 14, 2025 · The Rorate Mass is a votive Mass in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary. In the Traditional Latin Mass (the Extraordinary Form), it uses special Marian prayers and readings appropriate for …

6 days ago · The ancient Rorate Caeli Mass highlights Mary’s role and Christ’s coming light.

t and venerable tradition. It takes its name from the incipit or beginning phrase of the Introit, Rorate cæli de super (Let the heavens rain it down). It is also known as the “Mass of the Angel” because of the …

4 days ago · The Rorate Caeli Mass, also called the Rorate Mass for short, is a predawn candlelight Mass celebrating the Annunciation as we join Mary in awaiting the light of Christ to come into the …

Dec 14, 2025 · The ancient liturgy of the Rorate Caeli Advent Mass honors the Blessed Virgin Mary through a Mass celebrated at dawn, in complete darkness, and lit only by candles, which symbolizes …

Within this liturgical season, there is a little-known yet profoundly beautiful tradition: the Rorate Caeli Mass. Celebrated in honor of the Virgin Mary and held at dawn, illuminated only by candlelight, this …