Carlo Acutis and the Gift of Presence
“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” Often attributed to John Lennon, this quote from American journalist Allen Saunders speaks to me especially this week of April 21, 2025, as I write this piece...
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The Gifts of Advent Day 24: Nothing Is Impossible with God
God doesn’t tell us not to question, but rather not to be afraid. And whether we come to our response slowly or quickly, we do come to it in the end. And with God’s grace, that answer will be yes.
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The Gifts of Advent Day 23: Blessed Silence
Christmas is a time to rejoice in the good news of the many wondrous things that God has done and will continue to do.
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The Gifts of Advent Day 22: God’s Word Fulfilled
We need to recover and reignite the power of blessing in our lives. It’s a way of making holy both the ordinary and extraordinary moments in our lives.
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The Gifts of Advent Day 21: Homecoming
Being grateful makes us more aware of the people around us, those who have helped us but also those who need our help.
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The Gifts of Advent Day 20: All Are Welcome
The prophets remind us that we are called to live our lives in such a way that the nations will find their way to God through us.
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The Gifts of Advent Day 19: Simple Presence
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.
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