Collectedness
Below are the the earlier stages of this serene still life. The free photo I used was from the Pixabay website, and the only change I made was to give the stiff straight branches a bit of graceful curve.
Mary, Light of Christians
December 31 marks the end of a year on the eve of a new one. The Catholic Church celebrates also with a Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God on January 1. Her yes brought us the birth of Jesus, the Incarnate Word, so we honor her unique role in God’s plan. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us.
The Flake Family
From our family to yours, “Merry Christmas”!
My Light
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear?” (Ps. 27)
Decked Out
Even before Halloween this year, I noticed some commercial “decking of the halls” around town. Traditionally, we Sisters of Notre Dame try to put in a somewhat solemn Advent preparation before we pull out all the stops for wondrous Christmas Day. However, joyful anticipation undoubtedly fuels celebration.
