In her book Prepare the Way, Pamela C. Hawkins encourages reading several of the Lectionary passages as though reading them for the first time. The focus for this first week of Advent is PEACE.
The song May the Peace of the Lord Christ Go With You by the Northumbria Community touches effectively on the PEACE topic for week 1 of Advent. You can hear it shared HERE from Celtic Daily Prayer (with more details on the community and purchasing copies of their materials HERE)
These song lyrics dealing with wilderness moments and rejoicing particularly tie into peace
“… May he guide you through the wilderness protect you through the storm. May he bring you home rejoicing at the wonders he has shown you…” (full lyrics HERE)
PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES
- What intercessory prayer topics relating to wilderness moments are you and loved ones facing? Consider lighting a candle or some other action-oriented behavior while saying a prayer about such wilderness journeys
- What gratitude prayer items relating to the wonders God has shown you bubble up in your mind? Is there a way to share that praise in song or other action?
May the experience of this Advent season help each of us towards peace. Enjoy the day, filled with the Spirit!
Lectionary Texts for Sunday, November 27, 2022:
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