December 19, 2013 The manger is not a fishbowl. It is not given so that we might sit safely and comfortably on the outside looking in. On Christmas Eve we are called not to be spectators; we are called to be participants. We celebrate the nativity each year so that we might take part in…
delight elation ecstasy rapture bliss happiness gladness enjoyment gaiety glee If you guessed JOY – you win the 3rd Advent pink candle contest!This Sunday is our third stop on the Advent express, the number one train bound for Bethlehem. It is a special stop on the journey.The season of Advent was first recognized in the…
On the journey to meet Jesus God blesses us with guidance; moments of unexpected grace granted so that, especially when in darkness and doubt, we would know we are traveling in the right direction.God sends an angel to call the shepherds from their dark fields to a candle lit stable in Bethlehem. God sends a…