A reflection for the first Sunday of Advent
Advent
Posted inFaith, Music
An (unconventional) Advent playlist
“O Come, O Come Emmanuel” is not the only Advent song out there.
Posted inFaith, The Word
How Long, O Lord?
She was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this might be. (Lk 1:29)
Posted inDispatches, Politics & Society
D.C. archdiocese sues transit agency over rejection of Christmas season ads
The Washington Metro cited its guidelines against religious ads in preventing the image of a group of shepherds from running on city buses.
Posted inFaith, The Word
First Sunday of Advent: He Is Coming!
‘May he not come suddenly and find you sleeping.’ (Mk 13:36)
Posted inFaith, News
Outcry follows ‘Muslim Nativity Scene’ despite historically accurate clothing
The leader of the anti-immigrant Northern League, Matteo Salvini, called the pastor’s actions an act of madness.
Posted inFaith, The Good Word
Free At Last: Dec. 24, Fourth Saturday of Advent
As Advent hurtles towards a close, it is my hope that our readings have illuminated the freedom we find in the commitment to prayer.
Posted inFaith, The Good Word
The Name Game: Dec. 23, Fourth Friday of Advent
The relationship with Christ that we cultivate through prayer is grounded in his complete understanding of who we are, down to speaking our very name.
Posted inFaith, The Good Word
Spiritual Baggage: On finding the line between self-esteem and self-promotion.
In our lives, ’tis a gift to be humble, but not a gift that many of us have.
Posted inFaith, The Good Word
All in the Family—a reflection on the biblical genealogies for Advent
There are many people who have gone before us, both in our biological and spiritual families, who have quietly and obscurely served God, loved others, and increased the amount of good in the world.