Another season of Advent and Christmas has passed. Gone is another month filled with to-do lists, agendas, etc, etc, etec. However in all of these things we felt we had to do or was told we should do (especially as a Christian), I feel that one thing was missed – something that I am not sure if I heard stressed: That of contemplating Christ. The world not only encourages the commercial aspects of this season, but also the social, whether enjoying the company of loved ones or in doing good deeds. The latter is also embraced by the Church. But the Church doesn’t just have an earthly aspect to it, it also has the spiritual. I think to reclaim the season for what it is, a good first step would be to stop, be still, reflect, pray, empty ourselves of our burdens and be moved and filled with the joy and love of Christ. After all, Jesus is the reason for the season.
