

Starting Advent
Featuring Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR
Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, president of Franciscan University, shares his personal reflections on the rich traditions of the Advent season and their significance in preparing our hearts for Christ’s coming. Drawing from his insights and experiences, Fr. Dave highlights the beauty of Advent as a time to pause, reflect, and realign with God’s presence in our lives. In this episode, he offers practical ways to embrace the slow and intentional rhythm of the season, fostering a deeper connection with the start of the new liturgical year.
Whether you’re looking to rediscover the joy of Advent or deepen your spiritual practices, this conversation provides inspiration and guidance to help you fully enter into this sacred time.
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