It is my joy to share with you Advent with St. Francis, written by inspiring author Diane M. Houdek of Franciscan Media. I am happy you will join us Franciscans and friends across the world in prayerful reflection during this holy season. I hope that reading this booklet of daily reflections will help you prepare for the gift of Emmanuel and our celebration of Christmas.

Thank you also for helping to share God’s love through Franciscan Media’s print and digital resources. It is through your compassionate faithful support that we continue Jesus’ ministry in building up God’s Kingdom here on earth.

Despite troubled times, please take to heart and remember: Christ is coming. Hope is returning to the world. Christmas is on its way.