Advent Reflections
AdventWord 2019: 2. Visit
We visit because being in relationship is one of our deepest callings from God. We visit because we desire human contact, companionship, friendship, and love. We visit to share a […]
AdventWord 2019: 1. Unexpected
Come, thou long expected Jesus born to set Thy people free; from our fears and sins release us, let us find our rest in Thee. Israel’s strength and consolation, hope […]
AdventWord: Peace
The Episcopal Church works to support peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and reconciliation in our churches, communities, nations, and around the world. We partner with provinces and churches of the Anglican Communion […]
AdventWord: Persist
St. Augustine’s University (SAU) in Raleigh, N.C., one of the Episcopal Church’s two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), recently celebrated graduation and the 151st year of providing a quality […]
AdventWord: Expect
Do you know that moment when you are reading a really good book or watching a really good movie when what you expect to happen doesn’t, and what actually happens […]
AdventWord: Ancestor
In the gospel of Matthew, the author starts the stories of Jesus with Jesus’ lineage, often fondly known as the “begats.” The King James Version references lineage like this, “Abraham […]
AdventWord: Rejoice
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! In Old Testament and New, rejoicing is not just a response; it’s a command. It’s not a feeling; it’s a practice. […]
AdventWord: Smooth
Luke 3:4-6 “The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and […]
AdventWord: Grow
The Young Adult Service Corps is giving me the opportunity to experience God in another part of his kingdom and build relationships. It has inspired my spiritual and personal growth. […]
AdventWord: Alert
Encouraging Episcopalians to engage in the political process through advocacy and voting is a key component of our work in the Office of Government Relations. One of the ways we […]