Pastoral Ponderings:
December can be quite a busy time—as you can see by the various activities of our parish this month. Since Thanksgiving begins the secular season of pre-Christmas (we call it Advent), perhaps we can use on our time of waiting for the Incarnation—the birth of our Lord—to reflect on God’s blessing in our lives.
One of my friends commented that if we gave Thanksgiving as much attention as we did Christmas, perhaps we would be better prepared for the coming of Jesus. “Being grateful” becomes a way of life that welcomes the divine spirit into our lives.
As we plunge into the activity of this busy season, let us take time to remember God’s blessings to us and give thanks. A few moments of thanksgiving prayer at the beginning or end of each day might be enough to calm our frazzled days.
We should also pray for people who experience sadness with the coming of Christmas time. May God’s grace support them as they recall the loss that brings them grief. May they find comfort and hope in the love of their friends and family.
May the hope of Advent and the peace of Jesus Christ be yours today and always!
Elizabeth+
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