Welcome to Advent Week One. I am your host, Lisa Fahey.

Today, we begin our journey with the first week of Advent.

When I was writing Simply Advent about five years ago, I focused on virtues that can guide us in simplifying our lives and drawing closer to the Lord.

As part of the structure, I decided to dedicate days five through seven of each week to reflecting on Scripture and the Nativity story. To help us journey toward Christmas, I included a sequence of Scriptures at the end of each week, leading us step by step to Christmas Eve.

**Daily Reflection** 

- How can I reflect Christ’s renewal in my life today? 

- Am I growing in the Spirit’s attributes? 

- What steps can I take to cultivate peace around me? 

- Where can I replace fear with trust in God’s love? 

As you prepare for Christmas, let this Advent be a season of hope, transformation, and peace—a time when you draw nearer to the One who fulfills every promise.