As we move through Advent let’s set aside a little time to reflect on the words of these Saints Hildegard, Anthony and Jane and allow the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts, our minds and to guide our actions today.

"May the Holy Spirit enkindle you with the fire of His Love so that you may persevere, unfailingly, in the love of His service. Thus you may merit to become, at last, a living stone in the celestial Jerusalem."
[St. Hildegard von Bingen]

"The man who is filled with the Holy Spirit speaks in different languages. These different languages are different ways of witnessing to Christ, such as humility, poverty, patience, and obedience; we speak in those languages when we reveal in ourselves these virtues to others. Actions speak louder than words!  [St.Anthony of Padua]   May we live with holy and sincere joy in great gentleness and love for all we meet! To do so will be a source of spiritual blessing for us. For I never have perceived any interior perfection in those who did not love their neighbor.   [St. Jane de Chantal] Allow the graces God has for you this Advent to fill you with gratitude, humility and great love of God and neighbor. May God Be Praised!