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Current Announcements
Weekly Highlights for November December 6th to December 14th
Please take note of the upcoming events at Corpus Christi Chapel in Naples:
-Friday, December 6th. First Friday devotion after all Masses.
-Saturday, December 7th, Rorate Caeli Mass at 6:00 a.m., followed by first Saturday devotion.
-Saturday, December 7th, at 9:00 am Choir practice, Maiden's, Mom's Group, Acolytes.
-Saturday, December 7th, Man Skills Class at 9:00 a.m.
-Monday, December 9th, the feast of the Immaculate Conception is a holy day of obligation. Every Catholic is obliged to attend Holy Mass. Mass times for Corpus Christi will be:
- 7:00am, Low Mass at Corpus Christi Chapel in Naples
- 12:30pm, Low Mass at Resurrection in Fort Myers
- 5:30pm, High Mass at Corpus Christi Chapel in Naples
-Thursday, December 12th, first-class feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of America and the Diocese of Venice. Mass times for Corpus Christi will be:
- 7:00am, Low Mass at Corpus Christi Chapel in Naples
- 5:30pm, High Mass at Corpus Christi Chapel in Naples
-Saturday, December 14th, at 9:30 am RCIA Class will be taught by Fr. van Zee.
Rorate Dawn Mass in Honor of Our Lady- Saturday, December 7th, 6:00am
On Saturday, December 7th, we will have a sung mass at 6:00 a.m., which is a traditional Advent custom in honor of Our Lady, who as the dawn announces the coming of Christ the Sun of Justice.
Confessions will be heard before Mass at 5:30 a.m. and after Mass, but will not be available during Mass.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place for one hour immediately following Mass.
Homily for the Rorate Caeli Mass:
Rorate Caeli—Drop down dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the just
To not interrupt the beautiful setting of the candlelit Rorate Caeli Mass, I thought to publish my homily here in the bulletin so that all might read and know why we celebrate Mass in this magnificent setting on Saturday during Advent.
The Rorate Caeli Mass is a traditional Advent devotion wherein the Mass of the Blessed Virgin Mary for Advent is offered just before dawn. The interplay of light and darkness speak to the meaning of Advent and the coming of the Light of the world.
We celebrate this beautiful Mass known as Roráte caeli which is the Introit of the Mass and is taken from the Book of Isaiah (45:8), “Drop down dew, ye heavens, from above, and let the clouds rain the just: let the earth be opened, and bud forth a Savior: and let justice spring up together”
The Rorate Mass is lit only by candlelight. Because it is a votive Mass in Mary’s honor, white vestments are worn instead of Advent violet.
We celebrate by candlelight because by this dimly lit setting, we prepare to honor the Light of the world, Who is soon to be born, and offer praise to God for the gift of Our Lady. As the Mass proceeds and sunrise approaches, the church becomes progressively brighter, illumined by the sun as our Faith is illumined by Christ.
The readings and prayers of the Mass foretell the prophecy of the Virgin who would bear a Son called Emmanuel, and call on all to raise the gates of their hearts and their societies to let Christ the King enter; asking for the grace to receive eternal life by the merits of the Incarnation and saving Resurrection of Our Lord.
Father van Zee
Marian Antiphons throughout the year
The Marian antiphons change according to liturgical seasons.
Download a printable version here.
Novena in Preparation for the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on December 12th
Recognizing Our Lady of Guadalupe as the patroness of America and the Diocese of Venice, we encourage everyone to engage in prayer and reflection, seeking her intercession for both the Catholic Church and our community at Corpus Christi Chapel.
We will begin a novena to Our Blessed Mother under the title of Our Lady of Guadalupe on December 3rd, right after each Mass. Printed copies of the novena will be available at the entrance of the church for your convenience, and it can also be downloaded here.
Men's Skills Class: First Saturday of Every Month
The upcoming Men's Skills Class will be held on December 7th at 9 AM. This class will be for men who may be eventually called to the vocation of marriage, those who are recently engaged, newly married, or have been married for many years. The speakers for the class are well-known parishioners who have been married for less than 20 years, over 20 years, and over 40 years. They will share their experiences and insights on faith as husbands and fathers.
The first speaker is Jim Havens, who has been married for 16 years and has 6 children. He holds a master’s degree in theology and a master’s in fine arts: screenwriting. Jim is the radio show/podcast host of The Simple Truth on iCatholicRadio and the co-founder of The National Men’s March to Abolish Abortion and Rally for Personhood (themensmarch.com).
The second speaker is Edgardo J. Hernandez, who has been married for 23 years and has 4 children. He holds a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
The third speaker will be Jim Wright, co-founder of iCatholicRadio, who has been married for 47 years.
Coffee and donuts at Corpus Christi Chapel: Second Sunday of Every Month
Join us for coffee and donuts after the 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, November 10th at Corpus Christi Chapel. We invite you to bring your own food if desired.
Mark your calendars! on December 15th, Book Sale and Book Signing Event
On December 15th, for one Sunday only, author Viviana Maria Falleti will be at Corpus Christi Chapel, after both Masses, to sell her books and sign them if requested. All profits from this one-day sale will be donated to the building fund. Her Christmas book, which has just been officially released (last year was a sneak preview for CCC parishioners) will be available, as well as her award-winning book “The Cats’ Museum.” Cash and checks only please, at the book signing.
Starting now through the entire month of December, free media mail shipping is offered on her website LittleFeatherPress.com. If ordering from there, please add CCC after your name, so that the money will be donated to the building fund. This is a splendid opportunity to purchase quality, wholesome children’s books, while benefiting Corpus Christi Chapel.
La Posada 2024
La posada es una celebración en honor del peregrinaje de San José y la Santísima Virgen María a Belén. Rezaremos el santo rosario, las letanías, cantaremos, y después comeremos, también tendremos piñata. Únase a esta celebración anual que se llevará a cabo en la casa de Adelita (45 25th Ave NE Naples FL, 34120)el 20 de diciembre de 6-8pm.
"La posada" is a very traditional celebration in honor of the pilgrimage of Saint Joseph and our Lady to Bethlehem. We will pray the holy rosary and the litany, we will sing songs and afterward we will eat, we will also have a piñata. It will take place in Adelita's House (45 25th Ave NE Naples FL, 34120) on December 20th from 6-8 pm.
New Prayer Ministry (CCCPIA)
We are pleased to announce the establishment of a new Prayer Intention Ministry within our parish, called the Corpus Christi Chapel Prayer Intention Association (CCCPIA). The purpose of this association is to unite parishioners who wish to pray for specific intentions, such as upcoming surgeries or the well-being of relatives who may have drifted from the faith. If you would like to become a member of this meaningful initiative, we invite you to reach out to the administrator via the parish email: [email protected].
Upon joining, you will receive a weekly email with the latest prayer requests. In addition to these specific intentions, we will also include perpetual prayers for our priests, the Holy Father, our Bishop, those facing the challenge of cancer, and for the souls of those who have passed.
Thank you for your consideration in interceding for others through prayer and support in our community.
Prayers Requests
Our new prayer line is now able to post requests to its members. If you have a request please send it to: [email protected]