Begin
Today, we begin Advent.
It is the season of hope, peace, joy, and love.
The time for waiting, expecting, celebrating, and anticipating.
We begin by acknowledging that the face of Love made known in Jesus of Nazareth has happened. We join our voices with an angelic chorus singing, “Gloria in excelsis deo.”
We remember this moment when, once again, the Divine enters history, growing into the voice of Love heard worldwide.
This season brings us so much hope! As Fall transitions into Winter and the days grow shorter, we can believe that this might be the moment for extraordinary changes: hearts that have been so hurt can begin to open up, healing can take place, those who have faced injustices will finally see their voices heard, our communities will create courageous spaces for all, and love will set all of creation free.
Advent marks the time when we begin to dream anew. We embrace the prophets' poetry, answering their plea to embrace mercy and love. This is the moment we face the darkness, inviting Her life-giving presence and tuning in to the concealed voice of Love within.
Tonight, I begin a new journal. This little book holds special significance. A dear friend gifted it to me, saying, "I got you this small journal for your haikus.” They presented it to me over a month ago, and I’ve been awaiting the perfect moment to write on its blank pages. I can’t imagine a more suitable time to begin than on this first day of Advent.
Let’s begin again
Hoping while we wait, praying,
Come, Emmanuel
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