This Advent, we begin the Christian year not with shepherds or angels, but with Jesus’ own urgent call: Be ready. 

With wisdom, humor, and pastoral directness, Bishop Josiah urges us toward the heart of Advent: Semper Paratus, always be prepared. Not for fear, but for faith. Not for speculation, but for trust. Not for passivity, but for the mission Jesus gave us: go into all the world and proclaim the gospel.

A timely and stirring reminder as we enter the season of expectation:

Are you ready?