Message from Fr. Cyrain
The first Sunday of Advent marks the beginning of a new church year. Amidst the excitement of preparing for the Christmas festivities, this reminds us that we also need preparations for the deeper meaning of what Christmas is all about. His coming on Christmas Day fills us with hope and gives us encouragement that, amidst all life’s troubles, our future is secure because it is in God’s hands.
This season celebrates the abiding presence of Christ in the world and his birth in each of our hearts. It tells us about the beginning and future ending of the story of our redemption. While we look forward to Christmas and the celebration of Christ’s Birthday, we cast a glance into the future and to that great day when our Lord will come in glory.
While Advent is about waiting for God to come into our lives, it’s good to remember that God has been waiting for us longer than we have been waiting for him.