Maryknoll Missionary Disciples

O God of comfort,

on this Second Sunday of Advent,

through the example of Isaiah the prophet,

you remind us of your loving presence in our lives

as we light our second Advent candle.

As did those during the time

when Jesus walked the earth,

we live in fearful times of great uncertainty.

We find ourselves longing for

your promise of old

when “Every valley shall be filled in,

every mountain and hill shall be made low;

the rugged land shall be made a plain,

the rough country, a broad valley.”

As we continue our Advent journey to Christmas,

Open our hearts to your comfort,

to knowing your merciful love for us.

Let your love take root in our hearts

to grow strong against any fear and doubt.

Make us bold in being able to share that love

with others, especially those who need it most.

Form us to be your missionary disciples.

We ask this through Jesus,

who experienced your comfort and peace

in troubling times.

Amen.
 

Photo:  El Salvador Wall of Remembrance from the Civil War

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Remember as a child the joy and wonder you experienced each day during Advent when you opened the doors to your Advent Calendar, counting down the days to Christmas, and finding your surprise?

This Advent, find the surprise of opening the day with inspiration not found behind the doors an Advent Calendar but on Maryknoll’s Facebook page. Join us each day as we discover the amazing gift of God’s love. Discover a daily example of someone who truly lived the Advent Journey.  Ponder, reflect and pray with us as we prepare ourselves to celebrate Christmas joy as missionary disciples who bring God’s love to our lives, the lives of others, and our world.  Go now to the Facebook Page.

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