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In preparing for this reflection, I was intrigued to discover that our liturgy for tomorrow treats us to a panoramic celebration of little things: in the first reading, Bethlehem-Ephratha—too small to be counted among the clans of Judah; the little vine of the responsorial psalm; and, in the second reading, the doing of God’s will which . . .
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Back to topLast week we heard from Jeremiah that God’s Promise would be fulfilled. The Advent journey for the Jews and for us continues as we live and walk in the light of that Promise.
But on this Second Sunday of Advent, they (and maybe we) seem to be far from that Promise. They have lost . . .
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Back to topKings and queens are not very powerful images for most of us today. Citizens in countries where they still exist view them, for the most part, as mere figureheads. True, these figureheads often carry with them certain romantic notions stemming from the past which procure for them much awe, admiration, and adulation. They are not, however, experienced as rulers. . . .
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Back to topThe new Christians of Thessalonica, to whom Paul writes in the second reading, struggled with perseverance in the face of continuing harassment by those who misunderstood and misjudged them. Paul encouraged the Thessalonians and us to persevere and to see the signs of hope and encouragement inside and around . . .
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Back to topSaturday, November 17, 2012
8:30 a.m. – noon registration
St. Scholastica Monastery
As we prepare to begin our Advent journey for this new year . . .
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Back to topThose of you who are regular readers of my blog installments may recall that this year I used the Jesse Tree to stimulate my Advent preparation. Well, I am happy to report that being a Jesse Tree Sort of Person brought me to enjoy a very blessed Advent leading me to experience a joyous Christmas and . . .
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Back to topSister Dorene King, OSB, was the director of St. James School’s annual Christmas program which this year was entitled Christmas Star, written by John Burland. The program was a collection of songs and narration based on the Scriptures . . .
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Back to topOn this third Sunday of Advent the prophet Isaiah announces the coming of one who has been entrusted with the mission of bringing freedom, healing, and the proclamation of good news. In the Gospel we hear John the Baptist – the advance man, the one who goes before – tell us clearly that he is not the “light” but announces the presence of the “Light.” This reference to “light” . . .
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Back to topEarly one Saturday morning, another Sister and I went to Park Point to take our morning walk through the sand dunes along the shores of Lake Superior. Walking through sand is physically challenging. The sand can be deep . . .
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Back to topThe Sisters of St. Scholastica Monastery along with the College of St. Scholastica Campus Ministry held an Advent Vespers entitled “A Service of Story and Song” on December 6. Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel was filled with members of the . . .
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Back to topDuring the Christmas rush while being jostled by last minute shoppers, one might hear someone say, “Christmas is for kids.” The tone of voice and the accompanying facial expression betray either obvious pleasure or weary disgust. I once attended a liturgy during which the latter response was expressed by someone at the prayers of the [...]
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Back to topAdvent is a time of waiting – waiting which compels us to contemplate the mysteries of time and of eternity.
In the Old Testament readings for the first Sunday of Advent, the prophet and the psalmist implore God’s help – they beg God to come down and restore all that has gone astray in the world and in our hearts. The psalmist wants . . .
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