Month: November 2019

When the angel came to Mary he didn’t start off with the classic angelic “don’t be afraid!” That was Gabriel’s second line. His first line “greetings, favored one!” was so confusing Mary had to stop and think about it. “She was much perplexed.” The angel was announcing to Mary that she had been chosen to bear the son of God into the world. Another confusing prospect for someone who has

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Next Sunday I’ll be teaching a lesson on the liturgical calendar! One of my favorite topics! I love how the different calendars of our lives cycle through each other, anticipating and following, not quite lining up. Making us think about why and when we are doing things. I’m excited to induct a new generation into the Advent: blue or purple (or violet??) debate. I love the symbolism and the story

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