The Common Thread Throughout Scripture

The calling doesn't promise comfort—it promises purpose. And that has made all the difference.

Every day, we make decisions about what we value most. Sometimes, these are conscious choices, but often, they're revealed in how we spend our time, money, and energy.

May this season be more than a time of temporary abstinence. May it be a catalyst for lasting transformation—transformation that manifests in justice, generosity, and self-giving love. For this, according to Isaiah, is the fast that God has chosen.

As we go about our days, let us return frequently to the manger, remembering that God is still with us today, waiting to be born and reborn in our lives anew.

Mary's song paints a beautiful picture of a God whose deep love actively heals and restores our broken world, serving as a living invitation to join in this ongoing work of transformation.