When the Song of the Angels is Stilled…


This Howard Thurman poem (internet link HERE) is a nice reminder that after Christmas itself “The work of Christmas begins.”

Elizabeth Alexander has written some beautiful music to Howard Thurman’s poetry. You can hear a rendition of that HERE. It’s well worth the listen and is now part of the CP YouTube Playlist for this wonderful Advent/Christmastide season and for the whole year! 

POTENTIAL ACTION:  Thurman’s poem includes suggestions for action – feeding, strengthening, relationship-building, training and more. Does one resonate that can be added to your 2023 plans in the community?

May this day bring exciting planning, filled with the Spirit!


Lectionary Texts for Sunday, January 8, 2023:



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