Tuesday of the 2nd week of Advent
Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin
Reading: Isaiah 40:1-11
In this second week of Advent, Isaiah’s words come like warm sunlight on a cold morning: “Comfort, give comfort to my people, says your God.” Advent reveals the tenderness of a Father who bends down to lift burdens, smooth rough paths, and speak to our hearts with gentleness. God does not approach with demands but with consolation—carrying us like a shepherd gathers lambs, holding us close to His heart. The coming of Jesus is the arrival of that comfort made flesh: God among us, not distant or judging, but healing, guiding, and restoring hope where discouragement once grew. As we wait for Christmas, we are invited not to brace ourselves, but to rest in His promise—allowing His voice to soothe fear, His mercy to quiet regret, and His presence to renew our strength. Advent is learning to let God comfort us, so that we too may become agents of comfort for others. Let’s reflect: Advent is a season of divine consolation, when God draws near to comfort His people, lift their burdens, and let hope rest gently in their hearts.
Don Giorgio