Tag Archives: A Weary World Rejoices

Advent 4: The Star Appears

Posted on December 20, 2024 by Esther Hizsa

Blessed are you,agreeing to stand still long enoughto let your eyes adjust to the darknessuntil the starlight begins to appear,the dawning of God’s promises.–Kate Bowler, A Blessing for Open Arms Be still, my friend, and breathe with me.Let us open … Continue reading →

Posted in Advent, compassion, Poetry, Poverty of Spirit, Reflections | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Advent 2: The Meeting Place

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Esther Hizsa

Blessed are you …Telling the truth about where you are…Because this is precisely the placewhere God will meet you.–Kate Bowler, A Blessing for Telling the Truth All shall be well.God is always with us.There is nothing to fear. I know … Continue reading →

Posted in Advent, compassion, Poetry, Reflections | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments