A Reflection for the Thursday of the First Week of Advent
Advent
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Where have all the food miracles gone?
A Reflection for the Wednesday of the First Week of Advent
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St. Andrew: the patron saint of younger (or overshadowed) siblings
In this season of Advent, when we are trying to free our hearts for the Lord, perhaps we can put some of our own struggles with siblings into St. Andrew’s hands.
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Advent isn’t the time to lament the church’s decline. Jesus recognized faith in the most obscure people and places.
A Reflection for the Monday of the First Week of Advent
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Pope Francis: Don’t become a ‘sleepy Christian’ this Advent
Vigilance is an important aspect of Christian life because it prevents one’s spirituality from becoming mediocre and lazy, Pope Francis said.
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In a world darkened by pandemic and political strife, Advent brings signs of God’s presence
A Reflection for the Sunday of the First Week of Advent from Father James Martin, S.J.
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’Tis the season for Christmas carols! Do you know where your favorite got its start?
If it’s not too early for Pope Francis to start listening to Christmas music, it’s not too early for us!
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This Advent, don’t just be spiritual. Be religious.
Religion is what happens when spirituality moves from speculation and desire into participation and commitment.
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Good homilies matter — and inspiring preachers need inspiration, too.
How do our religious leaders launch this spirited season of Advent in the hope of spiritual healing? Above all else, Saint Paul counsels: “Don’t stifle the spirit!”
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Advent is a season meant for joyful hope. But this year, I’m struggling with anger and resentment.
I am generally a joyful person, a loving person, a forgiving person, but right now I am struggling to be any of those things.