Now that our reflections on the “O Antiphons” are complete, and since the next couple of days will be rather busy with celebrations in the parish, I’m violating liturgical nicety by wishing everyone early Christmas blessings!  I am thankful to the Vatican News agency for the lovely picture and quote from Pope Francis:

Christmas should make us realize that, as God has become one of us, we too are called to become like God: humble, close to others, especially the poor. — Pope Francis

Merry Christmas!