The first Sunday of Advent marks the beginning of the new Liturgical Church Year. It comes at a time when we enter the deep nights of December. We feel the bone-chill of winter winds. As the virus surges within our communities we need this season. We have grown […]
This evening marks the beginning of the Advent Season. Set-up for Advent is predictable: unpack the pewter base and check the candle length. Today I plucked a few sprigs from the emerald green arborvitea behind my neighbor’s garage. Assembling the Advent wreath I ask myself how different will […]
The Time is Now! First Sunday of Advent – the Gospel reading speaks with great urgency – Be prepared! Beware! Keep Alert! Stay Awake! For you do not know when the Master of the house will come. [Mark 13] What is it that you’re waiting for? Preparing […]
The last of a three part series. . . Creating the Family Advent Wreath The Family Advent Wreath project provided space for children and parent helpers to share the many ways they experience God’s love. WE RECALL . . . The Season of Advent ushers into our lives […]