Guide to Goodness

Preparing Your Heart for Christ – An Advent Nativity Reflection – Mary’s Perspective

It is December. We decorate our homes – trees, strings of lights, candles, boxes brightly wrapped – the whole roll out of concrete Christmas. How peaceful is your heart? The Fourth Sunday of Advent symbolizes Peace with the “Angel’s Candle” reminding us of the message of the angels: “Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men.” Besides lighting the final purple candle on the Advent wreath, we feel the growing excitement for the coming of Christ at Christmas. The Prince of Peace is almost born.

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Preparing Your Heart for Christ – An Advent Nativity Reflection – Joseph’s Perspective

It is December. Our homes are decorated by now, the tree is up, the lights are strung, presents are brightly wrapped. These are the tangible signs of Christmas. During this third Sunday of Advent, we rejoice. Happy Third Sunday of Advent.

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