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The Lord is present in our midst. True, there is darkness all around us. But wherever we turn we have access to enlightenment from him.
Saint Basil is the Father of Eastern monasticism—as Saint Benedict is for western monasticism. Besides being a good pastor, Saint Basil also lead the fight against Arianism, a heresy that denied the divinity of Christ.
Where there is a mother, there is unity, there is belonging, belonging as children.
I have a tradition of listening to the U2 song “New Year’s Day” at some point on January 1. I realize the song may have more to do with social and political commentary, but there is something about it that always seems to resonate with me.
For Luke, Mary symbolizes the model disciple: Throughout her life she listened attentively to God’s Word. She cherished it and reflected on its meaning.
We treasure up the thoughts of what God has done for us and given to us. And we pray that the Lord will make us effective messengers of his good news–as Mary was.
As another year draws to an end, let us pause before the manger and express our gratitude to God for all the signs of his generosity in our life and our history.
For me, small treats include a good cup of strong coffee, sitting and reading on my porch, watching the clouds sail by, a walk on the beach, reading with my grandchildren, watching a British mystery at bedtime with my wife, and believe it or not, writing this reflection!
Saint Sylvester I lived during the time of Constantine when the Church was coming out of hiding and becoming the Church of the empire. Little is known about him, but much is presumed.
In the kingdom of God there is always happiness, always singing. In fact, one might say that the vocation of God’s people is to sing.
