Second Sunday of Advent

Reflection

Up, Jerusalem! stand upon the heights;
    look to the east and see your children
gathered from the east and the west
    at the word of the Holy One,
    rejoicing that they are remembered by God. –Baruch 5:5

Prayer

God among us,

As we continue to anticipate Christmas, we also take time to appreciate all the good things you are doing among us, with neighbors and friends and communities, with patients and families and those we encounter in the course of our days. We are comforted seeing signs of your loving faithfulness everywhere, as your word continues to bring life, sustaining us in the ministry we perform in your name. For those who are especially hurting or lonely this season, may they know that they are remembered by you, and may we gather around them as a community of faith, eager to serve them along with all those in need. Amen.

Call to Action

Is there someone around me that people tend to overlook or fail to acknowledge? Be the one to remember them today and affirm their inherent dignity.