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A FRESH Advent

Advent is the time when Christians wait and prepare for the most anticipated arrival in human history, the visiting of God to His people. FRESHImage wants to accompany you on your Advent journey by providing you with resources to make the very most of the opportunity this Advent Season affords us of drawing closer to Christ as we await His coming. Check back here throughout this Advent Season for free resources to help you along your way!

Seeing God Smile
https://youtu.be/EsfgHjgijDk Christmas Blessings from FRESHImage! Today is the day that the human family had been longing centuries for. For...
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The Gift of Re-Creation
https://youtu.be/H4C5FwhNDN0 As we participate in the great celebration of Christmas, Tony reminds us of the importance of understanding the...
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Blessing of a Christmas Tree
(The following text is taken from Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, 78-81) According to custom, the Christmas tree is set up just befo...
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December 23: O Emmanuel
O Emmanuel, king and lawgiver, desire of the nations, Savior of all people, come and set us free, Lord our God (Christian Prayer, 136). In thi...
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Contemplating the Example of St. Joseph
https://youtu.be/6l1oygoxbus In this Commentary Clip, Tony discusses the example of Christian virtue set for us by St. Joseph. As he explain...
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December 22: O King of the Nations
O King of all the nations, the only joy of every human heart; O Keystone of the mighty arch of man, come and save the creature you fashioned from...
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Advent Wreath Prayer Service for Fourth Sunday of Advent
This weekend marks the fourth and final Sunday of Advent. In just a few days now, we will celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God...
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December 21: O Radiant Dawn
O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come, shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death (Christian Prayer, ...
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The Game Plan
https://youtu.be/XU_awc8sy_k On this Fourth and final Sunday of Advent, Tony highlights the contrast between King Ahaz and St. Joseph. As he...
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Blessing of a Christmas Manger or Nativity Scene
(The following text is taken from Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, 82-84) In its present form the custom of displaying figures depict...
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December 20: O Key of David
O Key of David, O royal Power of Israel controlling at your will the gate of heaven: come, break down the prison walls of death for those who dwe...
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The Christmas Tree: A Sign of Life in Christ
There are few things like a sparkling Christmas Tree that can bring a smile to our faces so easily. Every year around this time, almost instinctu...
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December 19: O Root of Jesse
O flower of Jesse’s stem, you have been raised up as a sign for all peoples; kings stand silent in your presence; the nations bow down in Worship...
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The Little Drummer Boy's Gospel
Of the many holiday songs which saturate the airwaves during the Advent and Christmas seasons and can be heard played in Christmas concerts, The ...
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December 18: O Lord
O sacred Lord of ancient Israel, who showed yourself to Moses in the burning bush, who gave him the holy law on Sinai Mountain: Come, stretch out...
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The Spiritual Example of the Farmer
https://youtu.be/zp9flcMw4oQ In this Commentary Clip, Tony attends to the advice of St. James, who calls us to attend and imitate the exampl...
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December 17: O Wisdom
O Wisdom, O holy Word of God, you govern all creation with your strong yet tender care. Come and show your people the way to salvation (Christian...
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Praying the "O" Antiphons of Advent: An Introduction
To begin our reflections on the "O" Antiphons of Advent, Tony Crescio discusses the history of the antiphons and the role they play in preparing ...
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Preparing Space for the Lord Within
Christmas, a season characterized by its festive spirit, joyous decorations, seasonal concerts, and culinary delights, stands as the undisputed f...
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Rejoice in the Lord Always: Gaudete Sunday
Amidst the four candles of the Advent wreath, one stands out in rose color, symbolizing the Third Sunday known as Gaudete Sunday. This Sunday’s l...
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The "O" Antiphons of Advent
During the Last Days of Advent, these "O Antiphons" may be added to evening prayer, prayer at table, or bedtime prayer. Below are ref...
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Advent Wreath Prayer Service for Third Sunday of Advent
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice. Indeed the Lord is near.” This is the beginning of the Church’s prayer for this Third Sunday o...
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The Joy of Advent
https://youtu.be/JI4VI36b0RU The Third Sunday of Advent is known as Gaudete Sunday. As Tony explains, the intent of this Sunday is a reminde...
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Living Divine Virtue by Divine Instinct
https://youtu.be/VUbsT7IfokY In this Commentary Clip, Tony explains how the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ, enables us to live His life ...
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What is the "feeling" of Christmas?
https://youtu.be/-qDjmhcvFPo In this Commentary Clip, Tony asks us to consider what it is that excites us about this time of year. Are we ex...
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Advent Wreath Prayer Service for Second Sunday of Advent
In preparing for the Season of Advent that we have now entered into, we have reminded ourselves that this Season, precisely as a season of prepar...
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The Coming of God's Glory
https://youtu.be/ZyRojquM8ao On this Second Sunday of Advent, Tony attends to the Baptist's call to repentance in relation to Isaiah's depic...
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Remembering St. Nicholas
https://youtu.be/g-2xwSqU2RQ What comes to mind when we think of Santa Claus? Probably something along the lines of a jolly figure, somewhat...
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The Two Horizons of Advent
https://youtu.be/7HATvdTJCh8 How many of us will spend this Advent Season caught up in the hustle and bustle of shopping and partying? In th...
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Blessing of an Advent Wreath
(The following text is from Catholic Household Blessings & Prayers, 73-75) The use of the Advent Wreath is a traditional practice which ha...
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The Rescue Mission
https://youtu.be/f5vhyccJjBQ On this First Sunday of Advent, Tony discusses God's plan of salvation for the human family. As he explains, Go...
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Advent: Learning to Love with the Love of God
Dearest Friends in Christ, As we prepare to enter into the upcoming Season of Advent, making preparations for the coming of Christ by learning...
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Advent: A Penitential Season
Dearest Friends in Christ, Years ago, the Season of Advent was considered to parallel the Season of Lent as a time of preparation and a time o...
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Advent is Quickly Approaching
Dearest Friends in Christ, Advent is a time of waiting, a time of preparation. Unfortunately, for many of us Advent is often characterized by ...
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