Written by Sister Jan Kilian, this blog will give an understanding of what it’s like to be Franciscan. Living out the spirit of Saint Francis, we see all God’s creation as brother and sister. We, Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls, are committed to building relationships and community, ministering wherever there is greatest need, promoting justice and healing Mother Earth’s wounds. My writings will give a glimpse of the compassion, spirituality, interconnectedness and goodness of living Franciscan.

Friday, December 24, 2010

Merry Christmas to All




Everything there is to be said about Christmas was already in the many cards and letters exchanged this month. . . . or was it? Is there something else I would really like to have someone hear?
As we gather with a small group on Christmas eve, I want everyone in the whole world to hear how precious are the ordinary things we do with each other. Our community chatted about the past many years we have gathered to honor this event which marks the union of Divine and Human. The holiday's emphasis is on the Human, God's choice to live a human life. This is a day which proclaims that our ordinariness is very good. We decorate our plants in gratitude for what we already have. My prayer for you today is that you enjoy the gift of your everyday life. Merry Christmas.
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2 comments:

Kathleen said...

So, so true, Jan. I was feeling the very same thing. Our family decided not to buy gifts this year, and while it was strange and unconventional, it provided the perfect backdrop to notice the beauty of ordinary.
Love you--
Kathleen

December 26, 2010 at 12:19 PM
Anonymous said...

I really like those words - "The beauty of the ordinary!" How true and how wonderful! clara

December 28, 2010 at 1:04 PM

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