The CTC ecosystem encompasses leaders from many denominations who prioritize similar and diverse spiritual traditions. Celebrating Advent is one such tradition to which some denominations hold fast, and others don’t. What an opportunity and honor this season presents to connect you with 28 leaders from around the world and their Advent reflections written for your consideration.

There are four weeks of Advent marked by the four Sundays directly preceding Christmas Day. Each week focuses on one of the Advent themes: Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. You’ll find a scripture passage, reflection, question and prayer for each day of the four weeks.

Advent is a time of anticipation and longing. We experience a yearning for deliverance from the evils of the world. There is also great hope as we anticipate a King who will rule with truth, justice and righteousness over his people and in his creation. By looking into the past, we’re reminded of all Christ has done. By looking into the future, we’re expectant of all Christ will do. Christ has come. Christ is risen. Christ is coming again.