Exercises that benefit our spiritual health include daily routines of Scripture reading and prayer, participating in Sunday Mass, serving others, and practicing gratitude and compassion.
Bishop Kettler: Advent exercises to improve our spiritual health
‘Love is the most important ingredient’ in Lebanese meal project
The meals program is a joint effort between the Jesuits of Lebanon and international businessman Nabil Chartouni takes on a special meaning during the Advent season.
Looking ahead: Advent opportunities in the diocese
Local religious communities will be hosting a variety of Advent services, programs, retreats, reflections and concerts
Send us your Advent or Christmas story ideas
We’re especially looking for story ideas with a faith component that could inspire others.
‘A bridge of smiles’: Food, fun and ‘shopping’ for Lebanese children
For 1,600 Maronite Catholic children in crisis-stricken Lebanon, Advent has awakened a ray of hope.
Advent tradition: Las Posadas
The symbolic journey powerfully illuminates the path Mary and Joseph followed while seeking lodging for Mary to give birth to Jesus.
Welcoming Jesus with the joyful O Antiphons
Each O Antiphon calls Jesus a different name inspired by Old Testament prophetic writings.
Advent patience: Lessons from Father Henri Nouwen
Father Henri Nouwen observes that the spiritual practice of patient waiting is a prerequisite to recognizing and receiving God’s presence.