Thought for Advent Archiv
25 Episoden
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This special reflection is more a 'Thought for Christmas' in which our consultant on the Middle East North Africa region, Dr Harry Hagopian, delivers an authentic slice of what it's like to celebrate the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem.
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For the last day of Advent we have an excellent reflection from Monsignor James Cronin, the National Director of Missio - the Church's overseas missionary charity.
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Today the Director of the Catholic Education Service, Paul Barber, looks at how teaching is at the centre of the Church's mission.
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Marie Kato-Kmiec gave birth to her daughter Abigail two months ago. In this podcast she shares her experiences of waiting, hope and anticipation as we approach Christmas.
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Father-of-five John Green, Director for Development for the charity Apostleship of the Sea, looks at the call to fatherhood as we approach the birth of Christ.
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Archbishop Samir Nassar of Damascus has released a Christmas message called 'The Refugees before The Crib'. An English translation of the original Arabic version is read for this podcast by the Bishops' MENA consultant Dr Harry Hagopian.
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Cathy Corcoran, Chief Executive of the Cardinal Hume Centre, manages to find hope this Advent despite the near-overwhelming challenges and heart-breaking stories.
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Dr James Hanvey SJ gives us this excellent Advent reflection on the 'Our Father' from The Church of the Pater Noster on the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem.
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This 'Thought for Advent' looks at the challenge of reflecting the Good News that was proclaimed at the very first Christmas. Dylan Parry, Editor of Oremus - Westminster Cathedral's monthly magazine - tells us how he lives out 'mini Advents' all year round, especially in the anticipation of publishing a new edition.
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The call to parenthood is one of the holiest of all callings. Today's podcast reflection is given by Breda Theakston. Breda works with couples and parents in the Diocese of Leeds.
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Dr James Hanvey SJ, outside the Church dedicated to St Joseph in Nazareth, looks at the enormity of what God asked of Joseph and the humble way in which he embraced his role without perhaps fully comprehending it.
6 Minuten
Jim McManus, Director of Public Health in Hertfordshire, tells us why following the example of St John of the Cross is a wholesome pursuit during Advent.
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In today's reflection, Clare Ward, our Home Mission Advisor, encourages us to be that Christmas apostle - bringing the priceless gift of faith to those around us.
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Offering love and support to vulnerable women is both a vocation and day job for Sr Lynda Dearlove, CEO of the charity 'Women at the Well'. This is her #Thought4Advent.
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Forgiveness and reconciliation are at the very heart of Advent. In this reflection Bishop John Arnold talks about the chance to make fresh start - a new beginning - facing our faults and seeking the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
