First Sunday of Advent
Our lives are filled with anticipation for the celebration of Christmas. Father Jim reminds us that we are on a journey this Advent. We need to be aware that our guide and our map for this journey is our Lord. Despite any detours or delays, we need to open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit in our lives as we approach the holy celebration of the Incarnation of Our Lord.
Second Sunday of Advent
John the Baptist plays a central role in the readings this week. He is a prophet, a man that rocks the boat and stirs the hearts of those that hear his message. He moved people to action. They took a look at their lives and realized they had decisions to make. Who are the prophets in our own lives today that help to guide us in the right direction? Do we recognize them when they are around?
Third Sunday of Advent
When John the Baptist was asked who he was, he didn’t hesitate but answered that he was a messenger and that there was someone greater than himself that was coming to redeem the world. When we’re asked who we are, can we answer with such certainty? Where does God fit into our lives during this Advent?
Fourth Sunday of Advent
Mary said yes to the Archangel Gabriel and the course of history began to reveal itself. The incarnation of Our Lord was about to change the world and our understanding of God. Mary’s life was changed by her simple, yes. Can we say, yes, to the Lord and change our lives this Advent?