The Busy Street Crossing

The Busy Street Crossing

Welcome once more. We are in Day 16 of Advent,
and this is Tiny Advent Parables with Fr. Dominic —
where everyday moments invite us
to slow down and make room for Christ.”



“Today’s parable unfolds at a crowded street crossing…
where everyone seemed to be in a race.”


“It was lunch hour in a bustling city.
The pedestrian light turned green
and people surged forward —
heads low, feet fast, hearts elsewhere.
Everyone was rushing:
to errands, to meetings, to responsibilities.
In the middle of the crowd,
an elderly woman paused right at the edge of the road.
Instead of stepping forward,
she tilted her face upward
and looked at the sky.
A single patch of blue
peeked through the moving clouds.
She smiled to herself —
a slow, peaceful smile
that didn’t match the pace of the world around her.
A young woman beside her asked,
‘Ma’am, aren’t you crossing?’
The old woman chuckled softly and said,
‘Child, the road isn’t going anywhere.
But these quiet moments with God…
they pass quickly if you don’t stop to see them.’
Then, gently and without hurry,
she began to cross.”


“We spend much of life rushing —
rushing to solve problems,
rushing through conversations,
rushing through prayers,
rushing through our own emotions
because slowing down feels uncomfortable.
But Advent invites us into a different pace.
Jesus comes quietly,
slowly,
softly —
not with noise,
but with a whisper.
If our lives are moving too fast,
we might miss Him.
The elderly woman teaches us something holy:
the world will always demand speed,
but God asks for stillness.
Peace does not grow in busy hearts.
Hope does not bloom in hurried souls.
Advent is your invitation
to look up from the race
and notice the God
who is already beside you.”


“So today, pause and ask yourself:
‘Where am I rushing past God?
And where is He asking me to slow down,
even just for a moment?’
Let your heart breathe.
Let stillness find you.
And whisper this Advent prayer:
‘Lord, slow my spirit
so I don’t miss Your presence today.’
This is Tiny Advent Parables with Fr. Dominic.
May holy stillness fill your heart.”


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Episode 2 Finding Solace in the Lord

Episode 2 Finding Solace in the Lord

Welcome, to the show 2 Minutes with the Lord, This is the second episode of our podcast, “Finding Solace in the Lord.” I’m your host Father Dominic Veigas SVD and in this episode , we embark on a journey of spiritual introspection, drawing comfort and strength from the Scriptures and heartwarming real-life stories The Source of Comfort In times of uncertainty and hardship, the Bible offers us reassurance and solace. As we read in Psalm 34:18, “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” This verse reminds us that even in our lowest moments, God’s comforting presence is with us. I once met an individual who lost his job unexpectedly. He turned to prayer and meditation, finding solace in God’s words. Through faith, he discovered new opportunities and emerged from the situation stronger and more resilient. Life’s storms can leave us feeling overwhelmed and anxious. In Matthew 8:26, Jesus calmed the storm, telling His disciples, “Why are you afraid, O you of little faith?” This powerful reminder teaches us to find peace through unwavering faith. Amidst our struggles and grief, leaning one’s faith and gives us a profound sense of peace. This journey becomes a testament to the transformative power of finding solace in the Lord. Surrendering to God’s will can lead us to inner peace. In Proverbs 3:5-6, we are encouraged to trust in the Lord with all our hearts and lean not on our understanding. When we release control and submit to His guidance, we find solace in the midst of life’s uncertainties. Lastly, finding solace in the Lord enables us to share comfort and compassion with others. In 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, it is written, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” I witnessed a community coming together to support a grieving family. Their genuine love and empathy were born out of their own experiences of finding solace in the Lord during difficult times. As we conclude this episode of “Finding Solace in the Lord,” I hope the biblical wisdom and heartfelt stories we’ve shared have touched your heart and reminded you of the boundless comfort available through faith.

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Episode 01 The Power of Faith

Episode 01 The Power of Faith

We start the journey with exploring our faith journey. There are times when our foundation of Faith is at the crossroads. What is our response ? Let us listen to this podcast episode that gives you momentum to strengthen your faith in the Lord.

4 Aug 20232min

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