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Vision: To Cultivate the Spiritual Growth of Catholic Men in the Chicago Southland
The CMCS Mission: Catholic Men Chicago Southland (CMCS) is engaged in fostering holy and courageous men and proclaiming the importance of husbands and fathers.
 
 
CMCS is a Catholic Apostolate of Bishop Mark Bartosic, founded in 2004 by Most Reverend Joseph N. Perry, Deacon John Rangel, and Mr. Frank J Casella.
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This Week's Topic: The Unknown Day and Hour.
 
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Sunday Gospel for November 30th, 2025

First Sunday of Advent

 

Gospel - Matthew 24:37-44

 

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."

 

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/113025.cfm

The CMCSMen Blog
 Picture of Faith
By Frank J Casella, CMCS Executive Director 
As Advent approaches, each Catholic man is presented with a unique challenge: how to cultivate a spirit of prayer amid a world that thrives on instant gratification. The season of Advent is not merely a countdown to Christmas; it is a sacred time of expectant waiting, where we prepare our hearts and minds for the profound joy of celebrating the Nativity of Jesus. In conversations with fellow men, a common thread emerges—many feel they do not pray as often as they should. Yet, as husbands and fathers, we are called to lead our families in this sacred preparation. In the midst of the holiday hustle and the distractions of commercialism, let us remember that Advent is an opportunity to deepen our faith, to strengthen our connection with God, and to guide our loved ones toward a more meaningful celebration of Christ's coming. Together, let us embrace this season of reflection and prayer, creating a peaceful sanctuary in our homes that echoes the true spirit of Advent.

Prepare your heart and minds for Christmas with daily resources, prayer and activities at usccb.org/advent.

What would it take for you to have the best Christmas of your life?

Learn about BEST ADVENT EVER from Dynamic Catholic.

Advent prayers in the Amen app.

The Advent Workshop from the Catholic Culture website.

Advent provides a reason to try new habits. One we strongly suggest is the “Family Prayer Before Meals” (PDF) by Bishop Joseph Perry.  Statistics tells us that when a family breaks bread and prays together at least 3 times per week, it makes a noticeable difference in your children’s stability and security as a family unit.

This Advent, GIVE yourself deliberate time of silence and resolute to bring yourself  – and your family – closer to Christ!

 

Frank J Casella, Catholic Men Chicago Southland

 

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