On this last Sunday of Advent, Mary, the mother of Jesus, is presented as an example of one who believes in God’s promises and acts upon them. From birth until death, she was always a woman who listened to God’s will.

Mary was filled with the Holy Spirit. She recognized God’s plan for her life, which was to bring Jesus into the world for our salvation. She gave praise and thanks for God’s active presence in her life. Mary’s example inspires us to accept our role in cooperating with God’s unfolding plan for our salvation, which is to live a life of love and service, following the teachings of Jesus. 

We are called to receive God’s Love into our lives with humility and openness. Jesus’ birth is not just a gift of Love, but a transformative force that can bring peace and hope to our world. Amidst the wars, chaos, and difficulties that are present in our world, Jesus’ birth is a strong, peaceful example of God’s Love. How are we prepared to receive God’s gift to us?

On this 4th Sunday of Advent, we focus on Love. It is God’s Love through Jesus that the world experiences again the power of God’s Love for us. Like Mary visiting her cousin Elizabeth, we must bring Christ’s Love to others. Starting from a place of Love, we are all on a journey, a journey that we are committed to, to deepen our faith. 

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