Cardinal’s reflections
Cardinal John Dew
5 hours ago
This is nearly the end of the first week of Advent, the first week of the Church’s year. This year I feel haven’t had the time to prepare well for Advent and I don’t want to lose the opportunities these Advent days offer with their powerful Scriptures which give us so much material for reflection and prayer. Our environment is speaking to us of the waiting and anticipation which are so much part of Advent. The flower buds on the Pohutukawa are moving towards that moment when they come forth as beautiful red flowers. With the emphasis everywhere on the COVID-19 changes and the new variant, it is easy to overlook the presence of Advent. Leave aside the news cycle and be refreshed by this loveliest of liturgical seasons.
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