Reflections

Advent Family Prayer

God of Love,
Your son, Jesus, is your greatest gift to us.
He is a sign of your love.
Help us walk in that love during the weeks of Advent,
As we wait and prepare for his coming.
We pray in the name of Jesus, our Savior.

Author Unknown
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Advent Weekly Prayers

Week 1, Hope

Dear Jesus, you are the hope in our messy world. This Advent, help us slow down, listen to your voice, and focus on what’s really important. We place our hope in you as we prepare our hearts to celebrate your birth on Christmas. Amen.

Week 2, Peace

Dear Jesus, you entered our world on Christmas as the Prince of Peace. This Advent, as we strive to become the best version of ourselves, fill us with a deep and abiding peace. Help us share that peace with everyone we encounter, especially those who need it most. Amen.

Week 3, Joy

Dear Jesus, help us focus on you during this busy season. May we stay aware of the joy you bring into our lives. We want to find you in the everyday moments and come with hearts of gratitude to your manger on Christmas. Amen.

Week 4, Love

Dear Jesus, may the light of your love always shine in our hearts. As Christmas draws closer, we marvel at your great love for us. Let your love transform every aspect of our lives and touch everyone we encounter. Our hearts are open to you, Jesus. Amen.

From The Dynamic Catholic

Advent…returns us to the horizon
of hope, a hope that
does not disappoint
because it is founded on
the Word of God

Pope Francis

Come, Lord Jesus. Come into our hearts and into our world.  Fill us with light, grace, love, and especially, hope.  May we recognize your presence in our hearts as did Mary, Our Mother, so that we may make you known to all we meet.  Give us patience and even joy as we wait for your coming, knowing that you are with us always, until the end of the ages.  Come, Lord Jesus.  Come quickly!

Bishop William A. Wack, CSC