The First Sunday of Advent
My Brothers & Sisters
Today, the first Sunday of Advent, marks the beginning of the new Liturgical/Christian year, with the theme of hope and the promise of God’s reign in Jesus Christ. Advent means “coming,” and the church celebrates the coming of Jesus in history, mystery, and majesty.
History
Although Advent is a time of waiting for the coming of Jesus, we know historically that Jesus was born of Mary centuries ago in a small town called Bethlehem. We affirm that he lived and died and rose again for the salvation of the world.
Mystery
As Christians, we believe our Risen Saviour lives in our hearts and minds in and through the Holy Spirit, also in His Word and Sacraments.
Majesty
We confess that Jesus will come in power and majesty to judge the living and the dead and that His Kingdom will have no end.
We are an Advent people celebrating the coming of Jesus historically, while acknowledging his presence with and in us, and preparing for his final Advent. It is therefore important to be vigilant and be prepared for his coming, whether at Christmas or at the end of the age.
The Candle of Hope
On this first Sunday, we will light the candle of hope, which symbolizes the anticipation of Hope in the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. The three remaining candles, which symbolize Peace, Joy, and Love, are lit on the following Sundays during Advent. Together, each of the four candles tells a part of the Christmas story — the narrative of the birth of Christ in Bethlehem.
Hope in the Midst of Hurricane Melissa
Recently, our country faced the devastation brought by Hurricane Melissa, which destroyed lives, homes, crops, and even some of our church buildings. Amid this tragedy, we hold onto the mystery of our faith: that the Spirit of our Risen and Ascended Christ lives in us and walks with us through this ‘vale of tears’ and leads us on to a glorious tomorrow.
Despite the loss and hardship, we find hope in the promise of rebuilding—trusting that, with God’s help and the support of one another, restoration is possible. We confess that Jesus will come in power and majesty to renew all things, and we look forward to a future filled with hope and healing.
Come, Lord Jesus, come!
Yours in Christ,
Patrick +
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Laetare Sunday pauses Lent to rejoice in hope and light. It reminds us of Christ’s coming resurrection and calls the Church to nurture faith with compassion.
God provides living water through Jesus Christ. Those who come to Jesus and believe in Him will have their spiritual thirst satisfied and receive eternal life.
God’s love, shown in Jesus, offers eternal life and calls us to love God and one another as we journey through the Lenten season.
Lent is a 40-day season of preparation, repentance, and renewal, rooted in early Church practice, calling Christians to self-reflection, baptismal readiness, and almsgiving.
Looking to God, not the mountains, we find help. In silence and solitude, we feel God’s love and are shaped to live love over power.
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Jesus’ Beatitudes provides us a manifesto for Christian living, revealing God’s favor, our calling in Christ, and attitudes shaped by grace.
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Celebrating mothers and caregivers whose strength, faith, and support systems help nurture children despite life’s many challenges.
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Easter reminds us we are God’s family - called to love, support, and care for one another, especially our homebound brothers and sisters.
Christ’s resurrection is a present reality offering life, hope, and faith today, calling the Church to embrace change, inclusivity, and inspire hope through faithful leadership.
Easter celebrates Christ’s resurrection, bringing salvation and hope, and calls us to live out our faith by spreading love, justice, and transformation in the world.
Palm Sunday reminds us Jesus came in humility, not power. True greatness is serving others - follow Him, surrender pride, and walk in love.
God brings life to hopeless situations. Trusting the Spirit leads to peace, renewal, and hope, even in life’s lowest moments.
