Advent
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, the start of Advent isn't too far away. As we speed into the holiday season, Advent can often be nudged to the periphery, despite the fact that Advent can have a profound effect on our attitude about Christmas. Advent is a time to concentrate on Mary, the mother of God. Sometimes we forget that Mary put her hopes, dreams, and aspirations on hold in order to answer God's call to be the mother of Jesus. Mary said "yes," and that changed her whole life. A question for us to ponder this Advent season: How many times have we put our plans aside and said "yes" to God's plan for us?
In this FatherSide Chat, Father Gene talks about the challenge of facing depression honestly. Click to follow as Father suggests simple, real ways to break out of isolation—starting with small steps, reaching out, and remembering that someone truly cares.
In this FatherSide Chat, Father Gene reflects on the incredible truth of God’s unconditional love—a love we can’t earn or lose. Click to follow as Father suggests how to live in response: not to please God, but to fulfill the dream.