Adoration of the Shepherds by Matthias Stom, ca. 1635–40. Public Domain |
The Rev Katheryn King, associate rector, reflects in this quiet homily on the Gospel of John, the Logos, and the incarnation power to transform people and creation.
Isaiah 61:10-62:3
Galatians 3:23-25;4:4-7
John 1:1-18
Psalm 147 or 147:13-21
[This Sunday takes precedence over the three Holy Days which follow Christmas Day. As necessary, the observance of one, two, or all three of them, is postponed one day.]
Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Recorded at the 500 pm worshiping community.