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 …

3 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 …

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.

" Rorate caeli " or " Rorate coeli " ('Drop down, ye heavens') are the opening words of Isaiah 45:8 in the Vulgate. The text appears at several points in the Christian liturgy of the Western Church during Advent.

Dec 6, 2025 · Rorate Mass is celebrated very early in the morning on all Saturdays, or during the weekdays of Advent according to the Traditional Roman Rite. The Rorate Mass has a long tradition …

Dec 10, 2025 · By definition, a Rorate Mass is a special Mass dedicated to Our Lady, held before sunrise during Advent. The interior of the church is typically lit entirely by candlelight only - even the …

5 days ago · 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 …

Oct 25, 2023 · 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 …

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

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 …