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Isolated for the holidays? You should feast anyway.

Even during a pandemic, feasting is central to Christian worship.

by David Russell Mosley

Mary's song reveals her politics of mercy

I think Jesus learned his prophetic ministry from his mother.

by Isaac S. Villegas

         

 

Advent is a season of sighs, especially this year

We don’t pine for a second coming that will bring the world to an end. We pray for the indwelling of Christ that will enable the world to continue.

by Richard Lischer

Living by the Word for December 13 (Advent 3B)

John the Baptist has a brand.

by Amey Victoria Adkins-Jones

Advent 3B archives

         
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Three ways to create sacred moments at home this Advent

In chaotic times, focus on routine, ritual, and simplicity.

by Traci Smith

The words I turn to in times of grief and distress

"If it can't be happy, make it beautiful."

by Samuel Wells

I've been a professor for 40 years, but teaching Greek to an eight-year-old may be my crowning achievement

It started with a FaceTime call with my grandson. 

by Beverly R. Gaventa

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