Advent is a time of joy, rejoicing, and bursting into song! God the Father loves you so very much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ to be your Savior!

And then during your lifetime, God the Father sent the Holy Spirit to you; to lead you to Holy Baptism where you were given faith and where your sins were washed away.

That same Holy Spirit is at work through the Word and the Sacraments to nurture your faith, to strengthen it, and to keep you faithful throughout your life.

Shout for joy!
Rejoice!
Burst into song!
The Savior of the Nations has come;
And He comforts you
and has compassion on you!

Amen!