This podcast bridges Advent and Christmas through the powerful sermons of St. John Henry Newman, Fr. Alfred Delp, and St. Oscar Romero. It explores themes of spiritual emptiness and the anticipation that comes with Advent. Delp’s reflections on hope amidst oppression resonate deeply, while the discussion on divine purpose reveals how chaos leads us to seek divine intervention. The message emphasizes compassion during Christmas, urging listeners to focus on helping the less fortunate and embodying generosity.
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Advent's Emptiness and Waiting
Advent is a time of emptiness, but it prepares us for Christ's coming.
The holy wait patiently in this emptiness, offering it to the Lord.
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Advent's Purpose
Advent is a time to prepare for Christ, not just better weather.
The blessed wait for Him, perking up amidst the winter's dreariness.
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Preparation for God's Presence
Religious practices like prayer and sacraments prepare us for God.
They train us to enjoy His presence, changing us to receive Him.
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Today I’m doing a different kind of show to bridge Advent and Christmas. I’m calling this episode, “The Three Wisemen”. My three guests are not here in the studio, nor are they joining me by phone. Instead, they are with us in their preaching. This episode is built around Advent and Christmas Sermons of the Saints. My guests will be the great British intellectual and churchman St. John Henry Newman; the martyred pastor of Munich, Fr. Alfred Delp; and the martyred archbishop of San Salvador, St. Oscar Romero. Here’s what we’re going to do. I’ve selected some excerpts of Advent and Christmas homilies from each of these great preachers that I want to share with you. I’ll mix in a little of my own commentary, sort of as a first pass at really pondering the depth and power of their preaching. One of the things I love about hosting this show is that I get to interact with some brilliant, inspiring, and persuasive leaders in the Church, who help us all to be more knowledgeable and discerning about Church Life Today. Today’s three guests—St. John Newman, Fr. Alfred Delp, and St. Oscar Romero—will do no less for us, through the enduring power of their preaching.------Live: www.redeemerradio.comFollow Redeemer Radio on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram:@RedeemerRadioFollow McGrath Institute for Church Life on Facebook/Twitter/Instagram:@McGrathNDSubscribe to the Podcast:iTunes | Google Play | SoundCloud
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