Let There Be Light
Diane M. Houdek
December 16, 2021
Jesus told us that we’re the light of the world, and do we ever take him seriously when we’re celebrating his birth!
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Diane M. Houdek
Diane M. Houdek is the former director of content at Franciscan Media. She is the author of Lent with St. Francis, Advent with St. Francis, and Simple Gifts: Daily Reflections for Advent.
The Gifts of Advent Day 19: Simple Presence
Diane M. Houdek
December 16, 2021
God’s love and compassion are with us in good times and bad. We might think it’s easier to recognize God’s presence when life is good and happiness fills our spirits.
The Gifts of Advent Day 18: You Have Gifts to Offer
Diane M. Houdek
December 15, 2021
The more we recognize our abundance, the more we want everyone to have that experience of grace and giftedness.
The Gifts of Advent Day 17: Don’t Let Regret Hold You Back
Diane M. Houdek
December 14, 2021
If you don’t already have a gratitude journal, now might be the time to begin one. It doesn’t need to be fancy. A plain spiral notebook will do, or even a sheet of paper.
The Gifts of Advent Day 16: The Gift of Patience
Diane M. Houdek
December 13, 2021
The refrain of Advent is “The Lord is near.” Sometimes it’s hard to believe this.
Emmanuel—God with Us
Diane M. Houdek
December 12, 2021
The Advent name for God is Emmanuel. We sing it over and over in the familiar hymn, “O come, O come, Emmanuel.” The name means “God is with us” and comes to us from the prophet Isaiah.
The Gifts of Advent Day 15: The Hardest Thing to Let Go
Diane M. Houdek
December 12, 2021
Advent offers us the opportunity each year to come to a place of peace and reconciliation with our past.