Our Advent Challenge

Advent is a week away.  In the monastery, we have what we call an “Advent Challenge.”  It’s kind of like Lent.  The monastery is extra quiet, letter-writing waits until Christmas, and special readings are said during meals.  But what will our personal resolutions be?

I encourage you to let the anticipation of Christ’s birth fill your hearts like Mary’s; to be faithful like Joseph; be willing like the donkey.

What gift do you have for the infant Jesus?  Ponder this well, and never be discouraged.  Remember what I wrote a couple blogs ago.  We can also include our empty hands. 

Maranatha!  Come Lord Jesus!