Tag Archives: Advent

#ADVENT: A Quirky Tree Perspective

Posted on December 19, 2020 by Virginia

On this final Saturday of Advent Virginia is contemplating what it means to see the same thing from different perspectives. In this case a quirky tree she caught on camera two Decembers ago at Lewis Ginter’s GardenFest of Lights. Perspective … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: A PRAYER FOR THE NIGHT

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Virginia

On this Advent Friday here is a Benedictine prayer for the nighttime (that also works when things seem dark and gloomy…) “Now in the fading light of day, Maker of all to You I pray, That with Your ever-watchful love, … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: HOLIDAY WREATHS

Posted on December 17, 2020 by Virginia

Wreaths on our doors are a symbol of welcome. In our home we usually have welcome wreaths on our front door, changing them out according to the season. But during Advent wreaths take on a whole new meaning. The circle … Continue reading →

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#Advent: Quickie Quote

Posted on December 16, 2020 by Virginia

On this Advent Wednesday here’s a short yet powerful quote to contemplate… “The teaching of Christ is not Christ for me unless I am determined to have Christ formed in me.” Oswald Chambers  grace, peace & spiritual formation Virginia : )

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#ADVENT: GLOOMY DAY LIGHT

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Virginia

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John 1:5 It’s amazing what a difference light makes when things are gloomy. We may have trouble finding our way when doom and gloom cloud our horizons. … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: Dark Nights of the Soul

Posted on December 14, 2020 by Virginia

“The endurance of darkness is the preparation for great light.” Saint John of the Cross Today we remember St. John of the Cross, a 16th century Spanish saint (1541-1591) well known for his “Dark Night of the Soul.”  During his ministry … Continue reading →

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#ADVENT: JOY! JOY! JOY!

Posted on December 13, 2020 by Virginia

“I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God…” (Isaiah 61:10) On this Gaudete Sunday of Advent we are called to “Rejoice!” Given all the staggering challenges that surround us these days, finding our … Continue reading →

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#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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