Dear Friends,

Here we are at Advent during COVID time. Like Lent and Easter 2020 this year’s Advent will be a little different but maybe even more infused with the spirit of anticipation than usual. Advent and Christmas won’t look like they normally do but maybe that’s not a bad thing. Having less distractions, being less hectic may actually help us to focus more on the spiritual dimensions of the season.

So, what will our Pray, Serve, Give and Connect look like? Hopefully you have downloaded our new Parish App so you can access our Live Stream content. This year we are delighted to have a virtual Advent Mission with Tom Booth! There will be one each of the Sunday’s during Advent but you can listen in at any time. Make sure you do so in a prayerful way. Remove the usual distractions and watch the Mission in a quiet place when you can focus and PRAY. The Advent Mission is designed to help prepare you for Christmas and to prepare you to receive whatever graces you need at this season of life. Also don't forget to check out on our Parish App our FORMED feature for new content each week, faith-based films and more ways to form your faith during Advent and Christmas.