Annunciation
by Denise Levertov We know the scene: the room, variously furnished, almost always a lectern, a book; alwaysthe tall lily.Arrived on solemn grandeur of great wings,the angelic ambassador, standing or hovering,whom she acknowledges, a guest. But we are told of meek obedience. No one mentionscourage.The engendering Spiritdid not enter her without consent.God waited. She was […]
Courage
Every year, I adventure into Advent with a fresh sense of gratitude, and wonder. Wonder leads me to wondering, to questions about new stirrings within me, within my family and my community. Wondering what manifestation of Jesus’ life and teaching is being invited, even called for, now. The Christmas story comes alive in new ways each year. The same […]
Who We Already Are – Dec. 17, 2021
“There is a reason Mary is everywhere. I’ve seen her image all over the world in cafes in Istanbul, on students’ backpacks in Scotland, in a market stall in Jakarta, but I don’t think her image is everywhere because she is a reminder to be obedient, and I don’t think it has to do with […]
Naked Now – July 8, 2021
“Can you let God “look upon you in your lowliness,” as Mary put it in Luke 1:47, without waiting for some future moment when you believe you are worthy? Remember the words of John of the Cross: “Love what God sees in you.” Many of us never go there, because to be loved in this […]
