Inspiration
The Inbreaking of the Word: Week 2 of Advent
Father Jim Sabak, OFM, invites us into the hope of the Advent season and helps us to meditate upon and contemplate this past Sunday’s readings as we carry the Word with us into our weeks.
Advent with the Saints: John the Baptist
John the Baptist takes center stage in the Gospels in all three Lectionary cycles on the Second and Third Sundays of Advent.
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Advent with the Saints: Francis Xavier
Mission is the theme in many Gospel stories. Jesus tours towns and villages, proclaiming God’s heavenly reign.
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Advent with the Saints: Nicholas
It’s well known that St. Nicholas, a sixth-century bishop, is behind our use of the secular “icon” of Christmas, Santa Claus.
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Advent with the Saints: Peter
Our Scriptures today play with the same imagery: the “Rock” who is our God.
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Advent with the Saints: Vincent de Paul and Frederic Ozanam
Christmastime is marked by extra efforts at generosity toward the poor.
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Advent with the Saints: Adolph Kolping
The “Kolping Society,” as it is popularly known, seeks to emphasize the dignity of human work and support family life.
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