Advent Resources

22 November 2022

Appears in: Archdiocesan News

Resources for meditation to deepen your Advent prayer

The Three Comings of the Lord: A Meditation for Personal or Parish-Wide Reflection

A simple Advent reflection by Doctor of the Church St. Bernard of Clairvaux.

St. Bernard of Clairvaux says there are three comings [of Christ]: Advent prepares not just for the first coming of Christ to Israel, or even the second at the end of time.  There is a third coming between these two in which Jesus comes in spirit and power for our rest and consolation.

www.crossroadsinitiative.com/media/articles/three-comings-of-the-lord-st-bernard/

For more in-depth meditations by St. Bernard for Advent:


Journey Through Advent: Weekly scripture reflections from the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops


The Word Became Flesh: A week-by-week Advent reflection guide

In this new book from Word on Fire, readers are offered a week-by-week guide through these sacred seasons with a series of reflections on the Messiah, the Annunciation, the Incarnation, the Journey to Bethlehem, the Nativity, and the Holy Family.

Featuring key passages from Scripture, extended readings from Bishop Robert Barron, and hymns, poetry, prayers, and additional reflections from across two thousand years of Catholic tradition, The Word Became Flesh is a perfect companion guide for parishes, families, and individuals longing for a deeper encounter with Christ during Advent and Christmas.

This book is usable every year for advent; not only for the current year.

books.wordonfire.org/thewordbecameflesh


Has your parish signed up for Flocknote yet?

Flocknote is a communications platform for parishes that makes it easy to send out email and text campaigns. They have a library of pre-designed Advent resources and teaching materials that you can customize for your parish and send out to your whole parish community, with just a click of a button. See the Advent resources in the Library area of your Flocknote:


Is your parish running an advent event or retreat that will be open to an audience beyond your parish? If you would like your event featured here, please email all relevant details and graphics to: communications@caedm.ca