A Moment for Monday - Epiphany 2024

 

Dubrovnik, Croatia. 2017

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The Benediction for Epiphany is one of the few pieces of Australian Anglican liturgy that still holds up in the 21st century. Some other sections would still work if it was taken seriously and not just dismissed as something we just have to get through.

The Benediction reads:

'May Christ the Son of God be manifest to you,

that your lives may be a light to the world'

Despite the somewhat archaic language it is still greatly empowering for all who receive it. Sadly, I think, it is probably slipping into disuse as is happening for much good liturgy.

In a world in which the laity, that is all of us, are told, don't rock the boat, don't ask questions, know your place, it is a revelation to discover that we are the people who can and must do everything to change the world for the better. Whether you are a religious person or not we are called on to live a life that lights up the world, that brings light and life into the darkest places of our world. This is a radical call to risk everything to bring, in my language, God's kingdom into being on Earth through unconditional self-giving love for all.

Every blessing as you continue on your journey. May God bless you and be your companion on the way. Please get in touch with me any time to say g'day.

Peace, justice and blessings to all.