Seasons By the Well: Advent and Lent Reflection and Meditation

On this 21st day of Advent, let us reflect on the "messy", finding joy in the imperfect, embracing the messy parts of our lives, and recognizing that God meets us right where we are. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 21 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire...

On this 20th day of Advent, let us reflect on the role of traditions, rituals, and celebrations in bringing joy to our lives, especially during this holiday season. Today's reading is from Luke 2:19. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 20 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed...

Today we reflect on the various ways we can generously give of ourselves to God, family, and friends. Today's reading comes from Luke 6:38. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 18 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on...

Monday, this 18th day of Advent, we will reflect on finding joy in the small moments and things around us daily. I recommend to take advantage of your own personal journey this Advent to start a Gratitude Journal, the practice of writing down 3 things you are grateful for daily. Today's reading comes from Luke 12:22-24. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 18 of...

As we light the 3rd candle on our Advent Wreath, we start the week reflecting on the joy and anticipation felt by the shepherds who journeyed to see Jesus in Bethlehem. Today's reading comes from Luke 2: 10-12. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 17 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll hav...

Today I ask you to find ways for you can find peace in God's nature all around us. Take time to go for a walk, observe the world around us. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 16 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on...

Happy Friday, today we will reflect on how we can bring peace in our relationships during this Advent season. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 15 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on the remarkable journey of his life...

Welcome to day 14 of our Advent journey. Today we reflect on small, intentional acts of kindness that we can extend to others to bring peace in our lives, and in the lives of those around us. Today's reading is from Luke 6: 27-31. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 14 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, yo...

Welcome to day 13 of our Advent journey. Where Prayer is Talking to God, Meditation is Listening to God. God asks us to come before Him in prayer to bring to Him our worries, doubts, petitions, praise. During this time of Advent, let go to whatever does not bring you peace and set it at the feet of Jesus through prayer. Today's reading is from Luke 11: 1-4, 9-13. It is the first introduction o...

On this 12th day of Advent we extend our quiet mediation to exercise the practice of silence in order to better discern God's voice in our hearts. While reflecting on Luke 5:16, we see Jesus' example of finding quiet moments in our daily life. Today we reflect on ways we can cultivate peace through our moments of daily silence. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Ch...

Happy Monday, the 11th day of Advent. Today we reflect on how simplicity can bring us peace. Today's reading is from Luke 10: 38-42, as we are reminded, like Martha, that sometimes we are too busy to be still, and God calls us to slow down to pay attention to Him. Today we reflect on ways we can cultivate peace through simplification. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire...

Happy Sunday, the 10th day of Advent, and the lighting of the 2nd Advent candle. This we will reflect on Peace. Reading is from Luke 2:14, with the angelic announcement to the shepherds of the birth of Jesus. Today we reflect on ways we can cultivate peace through our daily prayer. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 10 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a cha...

Today we reflect on the hope that forgiveness brings us. Forgiving others, asking forgiveness and forgiving ourselves. Reading is from Luke 6:37. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 9 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Christmas day, you'll have traversed the entire gospel according to Luke, accompanying Jesus on...

Today we take a pause on this special day to reflect on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary, and focus on how God is calling us to also be part of His divine plan. Reading is from Luke 8:16-18, the Parable of the Lamp. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 8 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Chri...

Day 7 of Advent and we will meditate and reflect on Change. What might God be calling you to change in your life during this Advent season? Rely on God to provide you wisdom, strength and perseverance during your moments of change. Today's reading is Luke 3:8-9. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 7 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, yo...

Day 6 of Advent and we will meditate and reflect on Letting Go. Have you ever considered the power of letting go? It's a process of releasing things that weigh us down and no longer serve us: expectations, judgments, criticisms, and the busyness that fills our lives.  What things might God be calling you to let go during this Advent season? Today's reading is Luke 9:23-25. If you have time...

Welcome to Day 5 of Advent and we will meditate and reflect on beautiful anticipation of this season. Imagine the anticipation that Mary had for the birth of her son. What anticipations do we have during this holiday season? Today's reading is Luke 1: 26-38—the Annunciation. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 5 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter...

Day 4 of Advent and we will meditate and reflect on new beginnings. Advent offers a time of reflection and thinking about things we can do differently in this season of preparation for the birth of Jesus. Today's reading is Luke 4: 1-13. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 4 of the Book of Luke today. By dedicating a chapter each day, you'll find that by Chr...

Welcome to Day 3 of your Advent journey. Happy first Sunday of Advent, where we light the first purple candle on our Advent wreath, focusing on the HOPE that this Advent season brings. We start with a short meditation to clear our mind and bring us in the presence of God. We continue with a short prayer and reading of scripture, Luke 3: 21-22, the baptism of Jesus. We ask you to reflect HOPE, and...

Welcome to Day 2 of your Advent journey. We start with a short meditation to clear our mind and bring us in the presence of God. We continue with a short prayer and reading of scripture, Luke 2: 8-14, the birth of Jesus. We ask you to reflect on ways you can be more present for your friends and family during this Advent season. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 2...

Welcome to Day 1 of your Advent journey. We start with a short meditation to clear our mind and bring us in the presence of God. We continue with a short prayer and reading of scripture, Luke 1: 26-38. We ask you to reflect if there is anything that God is asking you do to during this season of Advent. If you have time, dedicate a few minutes to read the entire Chapter 1 of the Book of Luke today....

Welcome to "Advent Reflections: By the Well," your daily source of inspiration, meditation, and spiritual guidance during the sacred season of Advent. Immerse yourself in the tranquil oasis of thoughtful reflections, heartfelt prayers, and illuminating scripture passages as we journey together toward the celebration of Christmas. Each day, join us for a brief moment of serenity, allowing the essen...