Irenic Thoughts

Irenic. The word means peaceful. This web log (or blog) exists to create an ongoing, and hopefully peaceful, series of comments on the life of King of Peace Episcopal Church. This is not a closed community. You are highly encouraged to comment on any post or to send your own posts.

11/27/2005

Advent

Advent WreathToday is the first day of the season of Advent, in which we prepare for the joy of Christ's coming at Christmas as we prepare for His Second Coming in glory. Henri J.M. Nouwen wrote this prayer for the season:
Lord Jesus,

Master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas.

We who have so much to do seek quiet spaces to hear your voice each day.

We who are anxious over many things look forward to your coming among us.

We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of your kingdom.

We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence.

We are your people, walking in darkness, yet seeking the light.

To you we say, "Come Lord Jesus!"

Amen.
Our online resource include a page on Advent and a .PDF of a booklet on Celebrating Advent in the Home.

posted by King of Peace @ Sunday, November 27, 2005  

1 Comments:

  • At 11/27/2005 10:06 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said…

    Advent reminds me that Christmas is near. Advent reminds me that I should give more love. Advent reminds me that I should give a lot. Advent reminds me that life is sweet.

     

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