Advent Reflections

Joyful anticipation and hope are in the air! In the Gospel passage, Luke highlights human history, for God will be born in a particular place and time.

As his coworkers, when we share in his teaching and healing ministry, we share in the very heart of Jesus, the very heart of God, for our hearts like his are moved with compassion at the suffering we see, and we are filled with gratitude at the mercy we receive.

In this Advent season we often focus on gift giving. Today let us take time to reflect on the marvelous gifts we have been given.

We usually spend a lot of time and energy preparing for Christmas Day: buying decorations and gifts, making plans to travel or host others — or both, and tracking down an item or ingredient to make something perfect. How much time do we spend preparing our souls for Christmas Day?

Why doesn’t everyone see the truth of God’s love for humanity? Why are so many simply unable to know what God has in store for them.