Category Archives: Advent

#ADVENT: ROSES IN DECEMBER

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Virginia

Today is the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Years ago in the 16th century, native peasant Juan Diego encountered a vision of Mary on a hill near his village in Mexico. Dressed in native attire Our Lady of Guadalupe … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: Conduits of God’s Grandeur

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Virginia

A part of Advent is opening our hearts and lives to God’s presence, to God’s glory. Amidst challenges the extent of God’s grandeur may be shrouded in mists of confusion and doubt. But, God’s glory – like God’s love – … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: HUMAN RIGHTS FOR ALL!!

Posted on December 10, 2020 by Virginia

It seems appropriate somehow that Human Rights Day falls during Advent. Over the years I’ve posted a Human Rights Day blog on December 10th not connecting it to Advent, but this year it dawned on me they go hand in … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: Tolkien Tireditis Cures

Posted on December 9, 2020 by Virginia

‘Tis the season for sniffles and general tireditis… Throw 2020 into the mix – voila! – it’s easy to succumb to blahs this holiday. Add uncertainty of an impending New Year (please, God, not another one like 2020!) and we … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: COURAGEOUS FAITH

Posted on December 8, 2020 by Virginia

“Then the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary…” (Luke 1:30) Sometimes the opposite of faith is not doubt, but fear. Mary had to face a daunting list of Big Fears: What would Joseph think? Stoning her to … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: BLOOMS IN THE DESERT

Posted on December 7, 2020 by Virginia

“The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad, the desert shall rejoice and blossom…and rejoice with joy and singing…They shall see the glory of the Lord, the majesty of our God. …Strengthen weak hands, and make firm feeble knees. … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: HOPE FILLED VALLEYS

Posted on December 6, 2020 by Virginia

“A voice cries out: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be exalted, and every mountain and hill brought low; the crooked places shall be … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: Peace and Love Conspiracies

Posted on December 5, 2020 by Virginia

“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” Hamilton Wright Mabi On this Advent Saturday, Virginia would like to instigate conspiracies of love and PEACE. With so many conspiracy theories gadding about, wouldn’t it … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT ILLUMINATION

Posted on December 4, 2020 by Virginia

During this season holiday lights brighten up our surroundings. As we see the lights, why not take a moment to contemplate what having light in the darkness really means? Take a moment to turn off your lights – all of … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: The Potter’s Divine Artistry

Posted on December 3, 2020 by Virginia

“Yet, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and You are our Potter; we are all the work of Your hand.” (Isaiah 64:8) “It is not you who shape God; it is God who shapes you… If … Continue reading →

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