Light gets the last word
Of the many themes that weave through Advent, this good news in particular has been catching my attention: Light gets the last word. Perhaps more than any other season, Advent—at…
When you’re longing for comfort
“Comfort ye,” the tenor sings, three gentle syllables descending. He pauses to let the grace in the words linger while the orchestra echoes his descending notes as though to highlight…
For you who are highly favoured
Each Advent I marvel all over again at these words: “Greetings, you who are highly favored; the Lord is with you.” The words aren’t just for Mary. That same Greek…