Day Twelve: A Catholic Family Advent
Susan Hines-Brigger
December 9, 2021
The nativity scene is an important part of our celebration of Christ’s birth.
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Saint Juan Diego
Franciscan Media
December 9
Thousands of people gathered in the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe July 31, 2002, for the canonization of Juan Diego, to whom the Blessed Mother appeared in the 16th century. Pope John Paul II celebrated the ceremony at which the poor Indian peasant became the Church’s first saint indigenous to the Americas.
Sharing the Word for December 9, 2021
Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk
December 9, 2021
God’s creative power is active in our lives here and now. We need to be reminded occasionally of our need and God’s generosity lest we overlook God’s gifts or take them for granted.
God’s Loving Design
Diane M. Houdek
December 8, 2021
The Feast of the Immaculate Conception, December 8, is one of the centerpiece feasts of the Advent season.
The Gifts of Advent Day 11: Nothing Lasts Forever
Diane M. Houdek
December 8, 2021
Clearing your house of clutter might seem like the perfect project for Lent, it can be a fruitful Advent pursuit as well.
Undoer of Knots
Maureen O'Brien
December 8, 2021
Think of a time you tried to untie a “knot” in your life. Did you get frustrated? Know that Mary our mother is patient and gentle with the sorrows and challenges that you bring to her.
Faith and Family for December 12: Third Sunday of Advent
Susan Hines-Brigger
December 8, 2021
On this third Sunday of Advent, we hear an important message when John the Baptist tell the crowds to share what they have with those who have none.
Day Eleven: A Catholic Family Advent
Susan Hines-Brigger
December 8, 2021
The days leading up to Christmas can be exhausting. We need to remember to take care of ourselves so that we can enjoy the Advent season.
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Franciscan Media
December 8
Under the title of the Immaculate Conception, the Blessed Virgin is the patron of the United States. Thus this is a major feast—in fact a Holy Day of Obligation—for the Church in the United States of America.
Sunday Soundbite for December 12, 2021
Greg Friedman, OFM
December 8, 2021
What would bring us joy today? An end to terrorists’ threats? Conversion in the corporate world from greed and personal gain? A new spirit of generosity and service in people’s everyday lives?
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