We shine brightest when we shine together! Today’s reflection is a true constellation of wonder, formed by thoughts, insights, and prayers of multiple writers working together. They read, discussed, prayed and wrote together. May their reflection help brighten your way this Advent season.

Today’s reflection is from our Confirmation students! Our Confirmation students are 7th, 8th & 9th graders that gather each week to explore their faith together! Big thank you to Madison, Travis, Scott, Reid & Derek for sharing their reflections with us.

LIVING STONE

“Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen and precious in God’s sight, and like living stones let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. For it stands in scripture:
“See, I am laying in Zion a stone,
a cornerstone chosen and precious,
and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame.”
This honor, then, is for you who believe, but for those who do not believe,
“The stone that the builders rejected has become the very head of the corner,” and “A stone that makes them stumble and a rock that makes them fall.”
They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were destined to do.” -1 Peter 2:4-8

Just as the burning bush ushered in a new relationship with God and the old covenant, Jesus is the living stone that creates and supports our new covenant. This is the foundation of our faith and we return to it again during Advent to signal the start of a new year.

The living stone anchors our faith. When we are failing, we can draw strength from it. During the holiday season we share our faith with family and see ourselves in the family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.

Dear God, you are the cornerstone of our living faith and we praise you and thank you. We ask for your support as we build our lives on your foundation. Help us share with one another and keep the spirit of Advent alive throughout the year. Amen.