Let us not domesticate Christmas! It is something of a miracle that each year Christmas comes and a peace descends upon the whole earth, as families and friends come together to celebrate. Certainly this year we need consolation of friends and family, and we hope and pray that people can find it, in spite of all the restrictions.
Many tend to reduce Christmas to a nice holiday for friends, parties, and gifts - missing the great event that Christmas is meant to manifest. Christmas brings the hope, the deep love, and the power for transformation that our world really needs.
The Lord wants to give us more!
Whose birth do we prepare for in Advent? The Holy Word tells us of Him and calls us to choose Him!
In Chapter 21 of the Gospel according to Matthew, Jesus makes a triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Having made His way with determination and clarity, He arrives at the Holy City of David, knowing well that He is fulfilling prophecy. His hour has come!
The rejection of the Jewish authorities in those days precipitated the death of the Lord - which He used as His way to conquer sin and death.
We prepare for the birth of our Lord during Advent. The Son of God, Emmanuel, the God who is love - who comes with the freedom that humanity searches for and needs now.
Let’s not domesticate Christmas, merely hoping to settle for a comfy holiday with family and friends. Let us long for the coming of the King of Kings and beseech of Him the true life He holds in His Hands.
Dare to believe!
Holy Mother of God, HELP US TO SAY YES TO HIM!
- Father Jim's inspirational homily was recorded live this morning during Mass at the Father Peyton Center. Please view the video on our Facebook page. (You don't need a Facebook account to view.)
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