The propers for this week invite us to reflect on the season of Advent as a time of preparation for the profound reality of God’s arrival in our lives. Amid the noise and distractions of the holiday season, we are reminded of John the Baptist’s call to a baptism of repentance—a purposeful turning toward God, aligning our lives with His will and purposes. This preparation is not about guilt or anxiety but a quiet awareness of our need for God’s grace, helping us to hear His voice in the moments of life and respond with faith. As we anticipate Christmas, Fr Harris invites us to ready our hearts, not just for festivities, but for the transformative presence of God among us