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Our faith teaches us that in view of the role she would play in the salvation of humankind, Mary was exempted from the infection of sinfulness. That exception is what we celebrate today.
One of Ambrose’s historical claims to fame is that he was instrumental in the conversion of Saint Augustine, and also baptized him. Known for his lively preaching and writing, Saint Ambrose must have been a force to be reckoned with. Maybe those qualities were what attracted Saint Augustine. But Saint Ambrose stands on his own merits–independent of his protégé.
One of my favorite Advent hymns gives this reflection its title. There’s something wonderful about including the cosmos in our Christmas celebrations.
Beauty rescues us from a drab utilitarian existence. Simplicity doesn’t need to be stark and completely minimalist.
Losing someone we love is difficult. Even though we believe in heaven and life after death, their absence from everyday life is painful.
Though sometimes it is hard, we should try to focus on the goodness of the Advent season.
The glory and the power of the Lord call out for joyous expression. The Lord is coming to rule the world with justice and equity. That calls for singing.
Often we hear the phrase “Christmas is for children” and while it may seem like a cliché, it really is true.
As you take time to breathe deeply in prayer, look with appreciation at your hands and reflect on the many things they do—working, playing, loving, creating.
Julian of Norwich wrote, “This beloved soul was preciously knitted to God in its making, by a knot so subtle and so mighty that it is oned in God.”
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