Recently my brother and sister-in-law took my mother to see an Amish quilt exhibit that was on display at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. Their retelling of the visit included obvious delight and connection found in their mutual enjoyment of the beautiful and historic works of art created by Amish women in the late 1800’s through 1950.
Beauty can often be discovered in the company of others, as each person’s perspective enlarges our own. Consider attending an art exhibit, a concert, or sharing delicious food with friends in the coming month. How is your experience of beauty enlivened by your connection to others? In what ways do these connections pull you closer to God?
Some Comfort and Joy was developed as a devotional resource that follows the rhythms and seasons of the liturgical year from an Anabaptist-Mennonite perspective.
Comfort & Joy: Readings and Practices for Advent is available now! With readings to walk through the Advent and Christmas season, the weekly offerings in Comfort and Joy include a variety of devotional meditations and invitations to spiritual practices that help us slow down and savor this sacred season.
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