Advent

Let the leaves lead us in a meditation

ByNancy Sylvester

Both poetry and spirituality challenge us to see God in all things

ByLou Ella Hickman

This Christmas, embrace the 11th Commandment: 'Thou shall not be alone'

ByJulia Gerwe

Even at Christmas, it's not calm and bright for everyone

ByMargaret Gonsalves

Pick up the phone. It may be a call from the helpless babe of Bethlehem.

ByTessy Jacob

Becoming a supporting character this Christmas

ByColleen Gibson

Simbang Gabi novena strengthens faith of Filipinos

ByJennibeth Sabay

Advent's expectant waiting includes a call to faithful action

ByAmanda Carrier

Standing with today's Josephs, who seek asylum to protect their families

BySusan Rose Francois

Catholic sisters make Advent plea to Biden: End 'immoral' immigration rule

ByRhina Guidos, Catholic News Service

Jesus is the divine gift that keeps on giving

ByClare Knowles

In Advent, and at Hanukkah, we look for light

ByEmily TeKolste

Advent: 'Is it Christmas tomorrow?'

ByCatherine Grasswill

An Advent calendar for today

ByNancy Sylvester

The unbreakable promise of Advent brings hope amid suffering

ByThe Life Panelists

Pandemic uncertainty gives us a deeper understanding of Advent

ByTracey Edstein

COVID-19 darkness covers the earth — like glitter

ByNancy Linenkugel

Advent in an unprecedented year

ByNicole Trahan

Evening prayer of Taizé — before and after COVID-19

ByJean Evans

'O' antiphons: We hope despite the darkness

ByChristine Schenk