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The Familiarity of Advent

Something to Think About dotMagis Editor

During Advent we are surrounded by the familiar: the decor, the prayers, the devotional practices, and simply the rhythm of the days leading up...

Three Characteristics of Advent Waiting

Spirituality Marina Berzins McCoy

Advent is a time of waiting. But not all kinds of waiting are alike. In Advent, we wait in a special way. 1. Advent waiting...

Advent Inspiration

Ignatian Voices dotMagis Editor

As we reach the midpoint of this First Week of Advent, here are a few articles from the dotMagis archives to inspire you this...

Simply Advent: Simple Celebrations

Spirituality Vinita Hampton Wright

We’re approaching the end of Advent, and even though you probably have your Christmas plans set, here are a few ideas for simple celebrations....

Simply Advent: Simple Practices

Spirituality Vinita Hampton Wright

We continue trying to keep things simple this Advent with suggestions for simple practices this season. Linger with the Nativity StoryThis seems simple enough, but...

Simply Advent: Simple Encouragements

Spirituality Vinita Hampton Wright

This week, plan to make a single phone call. Just one call, to one person you care about. The purpose? To express your appreciation...

Simply Advent: Simple Prayers

Spirituality Vinita Hampton Wright

This Advent, I want to help you keep things simple. Each week I’ll share ideas for simple prayers, encouragements, practices, and celebrations. Today, as...

Taking Advent Seriously

Reflections Jim Manney

Years ago, I gave up on Advent. It was hard to maintain the Advent frame of mind (quiet longing for the coming of Christ)...

The Ignatian Adventure in Oklahoma City

Spiritual Exercises Sophie Lorenzo

On February 17, 2017, hundreds of faithful in Oklahoma participated in a spiritual enrichment day titled “The Graces of the Spiritual Exercises of Saint...