Karen and Anne explore our theme for the first week of Advent: HOPE!  Take a deep breath at the start of this very busy season and notice that God is sending you grace-filled moments every day.  We recognize that we’re called to hope when things seem the darkest and to wait for God to move.  We remember Mary as a model of hope who trusted in God to fulfill his promise.  And we celebrate the gift of our faith community in difficult times.  God’s dream is unfolding in the mess. 

Scripture references:  

Romans 12:12 

Psalm 130:5 

Luke 1:45 

Jeremiah 29:11 

Hebrews 10:23