The lesson that Advent holds out to all of us, in the midst of all the purchasing, planning, and frantic activity around us, is patience. Trusting that when life doesn’t look the way we think it should look, God is still in control. Remember: some things can’t be rushed. God has a plan, and if we open our lives to Him and let Him work, He’ll get us where we need to be - even if He doesn’t do it the way we would do it. Advent means remembering how to wait.

Readings at this Mass: Jer 33:14-16 | 1 Thes 3:12—4:2 | Lk 21:25-28, 34-36

What are you thankful for? That’s the question Fr. Bill asks of our Thanksgiving Day Mass attendees, after playing a video that reminds us not to take things for granted. Consider what you are thankful for as you listen to their responses!

Readings at this Mass: Sir 50:22-24 | 1 Cor 1:3-9 | Lk 17:11-19

Jesus is more than just an ordinary person or a religious leader. He is God, our creator, the reason we exist. The laws of physics and science depend on him. Our ultimate happiness resides in him. Our ability to go to heaven is only through him. He is the King of the Universe, our Lord, our Messiah - and He loves you. The king of all things loves you.

Readings at this Mass: Dn 7:13–14 | Rv 1:5–8 | Jn 18:33b–37