As
part of our Advent season, we are taking a moment to reflect on the season, and
I was asked to share a devotion on what the Nativity and the members of the
Holy Family mean to me. Today let us take a moment to reflect on the role that
Joseph played in that Family.
Little
is mentioned in scripture about Joseph or the role he played in the Holy Family.
We can assume that he was a kind and loving husband and father. We know he was
a carpenter; and that he was betrothed or engaged to Mary when he found that
she was with child. He stood by her and continued
to provide Mary and the newborn Jesus with a stable and loving home. He adapted
to a difficult situation and stayed with Mary when many would have not.
Amid this pandemic, we have all
had to adapt. One thing I have learned, is that more than anything, we must
remember Jesus’ greatest command, to Love your Neighbor as Yourself. In other
words, treat everyone you meet as Family. This is something that most of us do
naturally, but it may challenge us in these trying times. Taking a moment to
wish someone well becomes a normal reaction during the Holidays but it is
something I try to do everyday. I hope
that this year, we can all spend some valuable time with the ones we love.
Let us take a moment to spread
some Christmas Joy to Our Community
Pray for those who are Alone,
Forgotten, or in Need of Warmth, Food, or Shelter.
Remember those who are no longer
with us and help us to make our world a little bit Brighter.
May the Holidays bring you comfort, and Joy
------ Kevin Stanton
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