Interruptions

Hello… Season’s Greetings!
Christmas merriment fills the air. There are many unique features in the Christmas story, including the mysterious interruptions that occurred. Think about it! There were angelic visits, for example, to Mary and later to shepherds in their fields. And among other remarkable realities was the sojourn of the Magi as they followed a great star to see a promise fulfilled. As the story goes, these interruptions, in sum, marked heaven’s light of love piercing earth’s darkness to bring long-awaited hope and redemptive freedom.
In the case of the lowly shepherds, imagine you were in their situation - going about your business and having your routine interrupted by a host of angels with news of the Incarnate Birth, and the message to not worry or fear.
How might you have responded? What are some of your current thoughts about interruptions? How do you respond to ones which you experience? Could there be more to interruptions than meets the eye?
In closing, here’s an excerpt from a related poem. All the best as you navigate the season with due sensitivity and wisdom. 


INTERRUPTIONS: ADAPTED FROM HENRI NOUWEN (Excerpt)
 
A deep transformation happens in life
When we finally come to realize 
That unexpected occurrences or 
Interruptions are blessings in disguise 
............
Our faith grows as we press on with patience
And deem interruptions part of our call 
Unforeseen happenings heighten wisdom
And somehow bring us great joy overall 
 
David McAdam
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