The Reverend Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows, director of networking for the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago, wrote the message for the House of Deputies’ Christmas newsletter, drawing a “thread of hope” from the infant to world of today’s children – its fears and its possibilities – from her perspective as a mother: Five years ago, Christmas day found […]
Day: December 23, 2015
Wishing for world peace
The Reverend Lauren Stanley, priest-in-charge of Rosebud Episcopal Mission (West) in South Dakota, wrote an op-ed in The Dallas Morning News: “What I want for Christmas, and what I offer,” wishing first for world peace, however unrealistic that wish is (“I’m a priest – what else would I ask for?”) What do I want? I […]
Speaking to the Soul: Finding Stillness
I invite you to celebrate lille Juleaften with me this year. Finish your chores, put on your Christmas finery, and take a moment’s rest before the feast to come.