Mary DeTurris Poust is a writer, retreat leader, and the author of numerous books on Catholic spirituality, including Waiting in Joyful Hope: Daily Reflections for Advent & Christmas 2017-18. She writes about the spiritual journey on her blog, Not Strictly Spiritual, and in her monthly column, Life Lines. She is also director of communications for the Diocese of Albany. She lives in upstate New York with her husband, Dennis, and their three children. Visit her website at www.NotStrictlySpiritual.com.