This Advent, we invite you to reflect on the theme of our 2026 Advent Booklet: Leading with Love, which calls us beyond seasonal sentiment into courageous discipleship. May these reflections move us beyond merely awaiting Christ’s arrival to embodying Christ’s love in a fearful world. May hope embolden us, peace ground us, joy sustain us, and love lead us—this Advent season and always.
The North Carolina Council of Churches staff offers this booklet as a resource for prayerful reflection, whether shared within your faith community, with friends and family, or in moments of personal devotion.