Okay, so yesterday we talked about Advent and its invitation to slow down, to ponder the significance of what God has done (and is still doing!) through Jesus, and in this way to prepare our hearts to celebrate not just the birth of a beautiful child but the incarnation of God in Jesus as Emanuel, God with us. I’m guessing that most readers of this blog already know a fair amount about Advent, and that the post was more of a reminder and invitation than an introduction. But do you know about the Advent Conspiracy? Actually, I’m guessing that many of you do. But for those who don’t: The Advent Conspiracy is a world-wide movement to help...
Advent!
posted by DJL
Advent! My favorite season of the year. But why? I’ve been thinking of that of late. Certainly part of it is because Christmas itself is such a wonderful holiday and beautiful celebration. But if that were the only reason, I think I’d say “Christmas is my favorite holiday.” But...
First Coming
posted by DJL
Best known for her young adult fiction such as A Wrinkle in Time, Madeleine L’Engle also wrote poetry. A friend sent her poem “First Coming” a few weeks ago and while probably prepared as an advent poem, it nevertheless seems a great choice for this, the 5th day of Christmas. I love the...
Advent in 2 Minutes!
posted by DJL
In case you haven’t guessed yet, I love Advent and Christmas. This is, in fact, my favorite time of the year. The anticipation; the growing darkness and the warmth of our lights intended not only to hold the darkness at bay but to illumine its secrets; the planning and preparation; and all...