Words From the Brothers

In this final Advent episode, Kenneth Carandang reflects on the Incarnation and the watchful hope found in Matthew 1 and the closing chapters of Mark. As Christmas draws near, we are invited to trust God’s promises, love as He loves, and actively wait with faith, vigilance, and joyful hope for Christ’s coming.

In this week’s Advent reflection, Andy Pettman guides us through the Gospel passages that reveal who Jesus is through his works, his glory, and his call to trust. Join him as he unpacks moments from Matthew and Mark that invite us to deeper faith in the midst of earthly struggle.The entire list of this year's readings can be found at Advent 2025 Readings & Podcast.

In our second Advent episode, Brian LaLonde leads us into the meaning of “Maranatha” through the miracles of Mark—freedom from darkness, healing in a moment, mastery over creation. Let us ponder the many ways Christ comes to meet us.The entire list of this year's readings can be found at Advent 2025 Readings & Podcast.

In this first Advent episode, our Lebanese brother Paul Codouni invites us to enter the season by staying awake to God’s presence. Drawing from the Sunday readings and the opening chapters of the Gospel of Mark, he reflects on what it means to be ready for the Lord, to guard time for silence and solitude, and to let Scripture shape our daily walk with Him.

In this opening talk for the Brothers’ Fall Weekend Retreat, our brother Nico Angleys invites us to rediscover one of the most familiar yet profound teachings of Jesus—“I am the vine, you are the branches.” Drawing from John 15:1–11, Nico shares how this passage became a word from the Lord for us—confirmed through prayer, reflection, and providential encounters.