As Advent begins, Isaiah guides the faithful, reminding them of the star that shines through the deepest darkness. Gather together in prayer and study, using materials that uncover the joy of Christmas Between ordinary Time and Christmas time is the waiting time: tomorrow is the first Sunday in Advent. It is a time of anticipation, expectation, joy and preparation for the coming of Jesus, the promised Messiah – a season of looking forward to the promise of the ages. And so it should be.The department of spirituality in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle has developed resources for this Advent to help people make the most of the season, offering ideas that can be used by individuals and groups (www.rcdhn.org.uk/spirituality/spiritadvent14.php). The theme for this Advent is “P