Dec 22, 2022 | Reflections
Image: Barbara Ryther Hope, Faith, Joy, Peace Four small candles The first flame is hopeIt flickers outBut is quickly relit Faith comes to life uncertainly on its tiny wickYet the darkness retreats Joy shares its glowAnd unexpected strengthWith the other two Peace...
Dec 13, 2022 | Reflections
Image: Barbara Ryther A Familiar Story Every year we start the story again. We know this one! The characters are familiar, the plot twists aren’t a surprise anymore. A prophecy! A miraculous pregnancy! A star! Humble shepherds, wise visitors, evil ruler! Flee! We even...