The Advent advantage: Why the four weeks of December matter
…Advent because we must. Instead, it’s a real opportunity to deepen the roots of our faith. Advent is about embarking on a journey. It’s the beginning of the church year…
Why we celebrate four weeks in Advent
by Emily Anne Carson During Advent, we welcome the illuminating power of the light of Christ. Jesus’ presence reveals God’s infinite compassion even in life’s greatest challenges. The four weeks…
Using and sharing our gifts for Advent
…and music, my true excitement is for Advent, the time of expectant waiting before Christmas–the season of hope. During this time, I reflect on the assurance that Christ has already…
Advent: The season of illumination
…Advent? How do you make intentional space for the Light? Closing prayer: Illuminating Christ, draw near to us throughout this Advent season. Empower us to recognize your presence in the…
Preparing the way, an Advent devotional
…to be intentional about being in God’s divine presence. The actions suggested in this Advent devotional are things I do each Advent. As a college student, I find that these…
Boldcafe group: Advent
December 2019 Why we celebrate four weeks in Advent by Emily Anne Carson The four weeks of Advent provide a special season in which to reflect upon the impact of…
Faith reflections: Advent
…are now entering into the season of Advent. During this special time of year, we’re all invited to be reporters of the good news of Jesus’ birth. Not only do…
Awaiting Immanuel: Four weeks of Advent devotions
…us deeper into Advent. Week 1: December 1-7, 2019 Keep awake. . . or you may miss the Mountain Isaiah 2:2-3 In days to come the mountain of the Lord’s…
Cafe podcast: An Advent devotional for campus or home
A college student creates an Advent devotional to do each week in preparation of Christmas. Listen to the podcast here and on iTunes. You can read the article by Casey…
Cafe groups: An Advent call story
…our cultural emphasis on going “home” for the holidays be good news when this “homecoming” is not a reality for so many? Faith reflections: An Advent call story by Emily…