Hope was not Ernest Holmes’ favorite word. He writes, “Hope is good; it is better than despair, but it is a subtle illusion and an unconscious compromise…” (p. 49) Yet he also refers to “the Divine hope in us.” (p. 274) When he is moving us from hope it is to faith, to a deep…
Since the 5th century, Catholics – and, later, other Christian denominations – have celebrated Advent. The four Sundays prior to Christmas comprise the Advent season. I find it a lovely and deep time to look within and prepare for the birth of something new in our lives. The word Advent comes from the Latin meaning…
Next Sunday, December 3rd begins the Advent season. Rev. David will create a weekly thought for Advent, supporting us in preparing for the birth of something new in our lives. If you would like to receive these weekly emails, sign up with Tiffany at cslolyoffice@gmail.com. Or fill out the following form: Weekly Advent Thoughts Signup…