​Our Advent Peace! Are the ongoing challenges of the past few years still robbing you of peace today? It seems stress and anxiety have become the new normal in this non-stop, high-speed world. Whether it is work, relationships, politics, or a combination of many things, it seems everyone is struggling under constant tension and stress. As Christians, we are not assured of a life free of strife or duress. Nor are we assured of smooth paths and calm waters. But God does assure us if we will keep our minds faithfully focused on Him and His Word, we can know peace amid the most stressful seasons in our lives. The prophet Isaiah, in his song of praise to the Lord, provides us with a timeless and priceless promise today. This verse promises that God will provide His perfect peace when we trust Him, obey Him, and faithfully stay focused on Him. God's perfect peace passes all human understanding! It exceeds all human wisdom and knowledge found in today's self-help books and publications. Friends, if you will follow the advice of Isaiah, you too can experience perfect peace in this stressful world. So, ask the Holy Spirit to renew and fix your focus on the Lord. In this second week of Advent, we are reminded that true peace is found in Jesus, our Prince of Peace. So, trust in the Lord, keep your eyes focused on Jesus, and let His perfect peace fill your heart, mind, and soul! The Peace of the Lord be with you! Fr. Greg+