Matthew 3:1-12

Transformation Tuesdays

Deacon Jimmy Ghiglione: Hello, I’m Deacon Jimmy Ghiglione Aaron Emig: And I’m Aaron Emig • Season: Advent • Question: How will you spend your Advent Season? • Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12 Deacon Jimmy Ghiglione: John the Baptist makes clear that He is not the Messiah, he is not the main person of importance. Perhaps this is helpful in clarifying our own Christian identities. And understanding that we are not the main person of importance either. We need to decrease in importance, so that the proper place of Jesus in our lives may increase. John the Baptist realized that the purpose of his life was not about him at all, it was about Jesus. And there’s that same message for all of us. Our life is not about us. It’s all about knowing, loving and serving God in this world, so that we can be happy with Him forever in Heaven. It’s about making Him the center of our life. How will you spend your Advent Season? Aaron Emig: • John the Baptist • Lays it on the line with the Pharisees and Sadducees • Someone after me will baptize you with the Holy Spirit • Not worthy to carry his sandals • The Holy Spirit can work wanders through us Deacon Jimmy Ghiglione: Jesus wants us to prepare for His coming into our lives. He’s knocking at the door. It’s up to us to get up and let Him in. Aaron Emig: • Pray to the Holy Spirit • Always pray to God and Jesus • Ask the Holy Spirit to fill your heart with a burning fire Deacon Jimmy Ghiglione: Wisdom Words of the week…Celebrating this holy season is about preparing for His presence in our lives. Don’t miss the opportunities. Aaron Emig: Transformation Tool for the Season • “The Jesus Question” CD from Matthew Kelly • Transformation • Happiness • Get to know the Shepard through the Gospels • Free copies at Morris Hall on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. (only while supplies last) Aaron Emig: Transformation Tuesdays Prayer: “Jesus, how do You want me to transform my life today?” Deacon Jimmy Ghiglione: God Bless from Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church…A Spiritual Home for Everyone