In the final stage of the Examen, having reviewed the recent events of our lives to see how God has already moved us, we imagine, with increased hope, how we might move with God and for God in the time to come. Frances Murphy concludes our Advent Examen by reflecting on how this mirrors our Advent experience. [...]

We live in a world where strength is often measured in terms of huge forces, big numbers, power to dominate others etc… Joseph Stalin was once cautioned by Winston Churchill to give weight to the Pope’s opinion in world affairs. The communist leader was at the height of his power. [...]

In Jesus, God lived Godself into this condition of being born, of growing and living into mature, gracious and holy personhood. Against a weary cynicism we can feel about the world and about our personal situations, our relationships, Christmas offers us the chance of a new start.   [...]

After the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, Syrian Archbishop Jacques Mourad of Homs shared his joy at seeing the Syrian people “liberated.” Despite the uncertainties surrounding these communities, this former ISIS captive remained resolutely optimistic about the future of Christians in Syria. [...]