advent: a time of waiting and hope amid the holiday rush

The holiday season is in full swing! As we approach Advent, beginning Sunday, December 1st, there’s a palpable sense of excitement in the air. Advent marks the beginning of a sacred countdown to Christmas, a time when many of us eagerly anticipate the arrival of Christ. Yet, as meaningful and spiritually significant as this season is within the Christian liturgical calendar, it’s easy to overlook the true heart of Advent amidst the frenzy of the holiday rush. Between shopping, baking, and endless to-do lists, the quieter, more contemplative aspects of… Continue reading advent: a time of waiting and hope amid the holiday rush