Advent 2023

Bridgett and Janet discuss their Advent traditions and explore what Advent means to them (and to our Church).

Resources:

• Advent resources: https://www.ascensionvb.org/advent
• Readings for 1st Sunday in Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120323.cfm
• Readings for 2nd Sunday in Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121023.cfm
• Ascension Press Ten Family Advent Traditions
• What is Advent?  USCCB
• Catholic Activity: History, Customs, and Folklore of Advent
• Advent Candles and Advent Wreaths: The History, Meaning, Colors, Symbolism, Themes, and More
• Kreeft, Peter.  Food for the Soul: Cycle B. Reflections on the Mass Readings.  Elk Grove Village, Word on Fire, 2023

Baby Steps:

• Choose one thing you/your family can do during this Advent season - see some ideas above
• Ask God today (and every day) for an opportunity to be Christ to someone
• Reflect on what our world would be like if Jesus had not come...

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Thanks for joining us. Have a blessed day!