Shining Like Stars in the World
Bruce Epperly
November 29, 2021
The apostle Paul counsels the Philippians to shine like stars in the world, reflecting God’s love in their values and behavior (Phil 2:15).
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The Comfort of Predictability
Susan Hines-Brigger
November 29, 2021
If there is anything I have learned as a parent, it is that the only thing you can be certain about is that your life with your kids will be filled with uncertainty. Given that fact, my husband, Mark, and I really shouldn’t have been surprised when our oldest daughter, Maddie, called us a few months ago and asked, “Can I move back home?”
Day Two: A Catholic Family Advent
Susan Hines-Brigger
November 29, 2021
On this second day of the Advent season, we focus on the comfort found in the light of Christ.
Sharing the Word for November 29, 2021 – First Week of Advent – Year 2
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
November 29, 2021
Today’s Responsorial Psalm is marching music. God is calling his people to make their way to his city, to take joy in his peace. God still calls his people to be with him. He calls us to come home to him.
Setting Aside Our Differences
Diane M. Houdek
November 28, 2021
The journey through Advent brings us to the Christmas celebration of God’s intimate presence in human existence.
The Gifts of Advent Day 1: The Waiting Time
Diane M. Houdek
November 28, 2021
Instead of having to slow down, we need to remind ourselves that we’re in the perfect time and place for long and leisurely conversations with God.
The Hopeful Season of Advent
Daniel Imwalle
November 28, 2021
In today’s Gospel reading from Luke (21:25), Jesus tells his disciples about the coming of the Son of Man in some rather chilling terms: “There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations will be in dismay, perplexed by the roaring of the sea and the waves.”
Day One: A Catholic Family Advent
Susan Hines-Brigger
November 28, 2021
Today we start the Advent season, leading up to Christ’s birth. Here are some ways for your family to celebrate the journey.
The Quiet Joy of Advent
Diane M. Houdek
November 27, 2021
The work we do (and the joy it can bring) emerges from a commitment to bringing the gift of God’s love to those we meet.
Sharing the Word for November 27, 2021
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
November 27, 2021
God will triumph in the end. Everything sinful, wounded, warped will be made whole. Everything will turn out all right.
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