Seek out the babe in the manager

My Dearest Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

Happy New Year to all. I hope all of you had a safe and joyous celebration to bring in this glorious year. In today’s Gospel reading (Luke 2:16-21), we hear the story of the shepherds. The shepherds were visited by an Angel who announced the birth of Lord. “And they went with haste, and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. And when they saw it they made known the saying which had been told them concerning this child.” This was such a moving experience for the shepherds that they returned to the fields “glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen.” The Angels of God have also visited us to tell us about the birth of Christ. Have you responded to the announcement? During this New Year, make a commitment to seek out the babe in the manager and when you see Him, let everyone know what you have seen. For no doubt you will return glorifying and praising God for all you had heard and seen.

A Simple Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, you are the babe of the manger. The star of light has led me to you. I humble myself before your grace. For you are my life and my salvation.

Yours in Christ Michael Marcon