2nd Sunday of Advent

When we began the new liturgical year last Sunday, the clear emphasis of the readings was the urgency of our being prepared for the coming of the Lord. Thus we recognized from the beginning that Advent is a season of preparation. Today’s readings help us...

1st Sunday of Advent

Advent is not a time of celebration, but a time of waiting and preparation for the Lord’s birth. The word advent means coming or arrival, and so during Advent we prepare for the Lord’s coming. Jesus’ first coming was at Christmas. Today’s...