As we go into this Jubilee Year we are called to be Pilgrims of Hope. Advent and Christmas are seasons of journeys and pilgrimages. It is also a season of contrasts, between light and dark, have's and have-not's.

How many of us immediately answer the call of God without even taking a moment to discern? Just say, your will, not mine.

How do we reach a "state of being thankful"?

Our body is a temple. How do we treat that temple? When do you remember to take a moment for yourself?

We discuss mercy and hospitality based spiritual gifts or charisms. What are they and do you have them?

We discuss leadership and talent based spiritual gifts or charisms. What are they and do you have them?

We discuss the spiritual gifts or charisms that are related to Learning and Knowledge. What are they and do you have them?

We discuss faith and prayer based spiritual gifts or charisms. What are they and do you have them?

Take a Spiritual Gifts Inventory to Find Your Spiritual Gifts! Taking the time to figure out what gifts God gave you is worth the effort.

When we act and have faith as Jesus would, we are being good stewards of our kingdom.