First Week of Advent

Written By Frances Acosta,OFS

Blessed Advent to you all! Over the course of the next four weeks, we will be engaging in a thoughtful meditation on our Newsletters, which are titled Adventus. These newsletters contain a variety of articles, reflective meditations, and heartfelt prayers, as well as insightful videos from various writers and esteemed books. We hope that these resources will enrich your Advent journey and deepen your spiritual reflection during this meaningful season.To access the newsletter, please kindly click on the photo located just below this message.

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Scripture Reflection: "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shined." Isaiah 9:2

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Advent Wreath Prayer: Dear Jesus, you are the hope in our messy world. This Advent, help us slow down, listen to your voice, and focus on what’s really important. We place our hope in you as we prepare our hearts to celebrate your birth on Christmas. Amen.

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Enjoy the Adventus praylist I put together in spotify. To listen , click on the photo above.

Frances Acosta,OFS

My name is Frances Acosta. I am a Secular Franciscan and a retired Catholic school leader. I love my Catholic faith. For over 30 years, I have helped children and adults grow in their spiritual life, guided by the Holy Spirit. Following St. Francis and St. Clare, I live by the Franciscan values of joy, hospitality, peace, compassion, and simplicity.

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