Advent is often marked by the lighting of candles with the third candle symbolizing JOY.
"And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy
that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David,
a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” - Luke 2: 10 -11
“At first sight, joy seems to be connected with being different. When you receive
a compliment or win an award, you experience the joy of not being the same as others.
You are faster, smarter, or more beautiful, and it is that difference that brings you joy.
But such joy is very temporary. True joy is hidden where we are the same as other people: fragile and mortal. It is the joy of belonging to the human race. It is the joy of being
with others as a friend, a companion, a fellow-traveler. This is the joy of Jesus,
who is Emmanuel: God-with-us.”
– Henri Nouwen, Bread for the Journey
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