Encountering Christ through the “O Antiphons” of Advent
Advent Day of Reflection
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Noel Terranova
The “O Antiphons” have been prayed by Christians in the season of Advent since at least the 8th century. These antiphons (invocations before a longer prayer) are prayed during Evening Prayer on the days leading up to Christmas: December 17th-23rd. Each of these invocations uses Old Testament imagery to name the coming Christ in diverse and fascinating ways. The Advent hymn, “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel,” is based entirely on the O Antiphons! On this Advent Reflection, Noel Terranova will offer a conference explaining and exploring the rich symbolism of these antiphons and their meaning for our lives today.
The day of reflection will be offered in-person only and include a presentation, Reconciliation, lunch, and Mass. The same program will be offered in the evening, in-person and online via Zoom, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Offering: $50, includes lunch
Presenter Profile
Noel Terranova
Noel Terranova is a retreat team member at Holy Family. He studied theology and liberal arts as an undergraduate at Villanova University and holds a Master of Theological Studies degree from Notre Dame. Before joining the retreat team in 2021, Noel served as the editor of the online publication FaithND and as a residence hall rector at the University of Notre Dame. He also worked as the university liturgist in the Office of Campus Ministry at Villanova. He is currently completing a Ph.D. in theology, also from Notre Dame, with a concentration in Liturgical Studies. His research focuses on Catholic sacramental theology after Vatican II and contemporary continental philosophy.
Dietary restrictions? Holy Family is committed to making your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, and to that end, we can accommodate most dietary needs. Please email Ted, our registrar, at tjastrzebski@holyfamilyretreat.org, if you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies, so that we may make preparations in advance of your retreat.