We decided that we wouldn’t give each other gifts this year. There were good reasons. For one, we already have a lot. In fact, most everything we could want, within reason, we have. Then, also, we have just moved to a new place, in a sense giving ourselves a new home. Finally and more importantly, …
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JOY FOR ALL–A SAVIOR!
Here is the good news of Christmas: Jesus’ birth brings joy to all the people (Luke 2:10). God targets all for joy in the giving of a child to Mary and Joseph and through them to the world. (NOTE: Reader’s Alert! This first Christmas gift disappoints all attempts to be politically correct.) It is not …
The Touch of God
“Keep in touch,” we say when friends part ways. “Touch” via phone, mail, and literal, physical touch assures continuing relationship. No longer to touch or somehow to become “untouchable” signals the death of relationship, and perhaps death period. Ask an infant who starves or fails to thrive in the absence of touch. Ask young lovers, …
Lessons from the Mother of our Lord
During Advent 2007 I’ve been reflecting on the opening of Luke’s gospel, especially the narratives recounting Mary’s role in the gift of Messiah. Here are the bottom line realities that nourish and challenge my Christmas faith, which you can read about in the reflections below. Mary was surprised to be shown such incredible favor and …