Thursday, December 4, 2014

Advent - an Opportunity to Reflect

We find ourselves in the midst of Advent – a season in the life of the church that includes the four Sundays prior to Christmas. This season is characterized by watching and waiting, preparing and anticipating. I love this season because it reminds me to take time to be still and pay attention to the movement of Spirit in my life and in my world. There is an opportunity to reflect on themes such as hope, peace, joy and love. The commercial aspects of our culture encourage us to get caught up in the hectic and busy pace of spending more money in more ways and more places. There is always one more gift to buy – one more party to attend – one more holiday activity to do. And all of that can be fun – as long as there is balance. In these days which lead us to Christmas, I invite you to be intentional about also taking time to slow down, remember to breath, and pay attention to the ways in which God is present in your life. Prepare a place in your heart for the Christ to be born.

- Pastor Roger
(keeping my feet firmly planted in the flow)

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