Today we recall the Epiphany (the manifestation of the Gentiles) the magi, three Kings, wise men, and astrologers, who find the newborn King of the Jews and present him with their finest gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. We each make our own journey to the Lord, and when we come to celebrate the Eucharist we offer our finest gifts, our prayers, our lives, and our future to Him whose birth we have just marked. We in turn welcome all those who are making their journey from near and far to worship the Lord.
The magi were truly wise, for not only did they set out at once for Judea, but once they saw the star at its rising, they changed their plan to return to Herod after finding the child. They had an epiphany, as it were, after encountering the Messiah, after finding him in a place they could not have anticipated when they had left their homes. We would do well to be open to epiphanies of our own after an unexpected encounter with the Lord.
Love, Peace, Joy,
Fr. Bob
Words of gratitude on behalf of our entire staff for the cards, gifts, and prayers we received during this holiday season. Your support and friendship is much appreciated.
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