I came across this poem in my travels around the internet this morning... speaks a profound word into our advent.
advent discontent
May our anger at the injustice of the world
not be mollified
by the anticipation of unwrapping
espresso makers and Pandora charms
may our despair at politics of fear and hatred
not be drowned out
by Christmas carols that tell only
of happiness and joy
and may our belief in Christmas miracles
not leave us deaf
to calls for every day
compassion and kindness
May we hold tight to the discontent of the prophets
this Christmas.
May we not find peace
until justice and love have come.
-cheryl lawrie
(at holdthisspace.org.au)
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