Author name: JohnWagnon

The Advent Wreath has a special meaning in this special season for Christians

The Advent Wreath is in place and light is added to it each week.  It is an important part of the season and it is more than just a decoration in the church.  Wreaths are a part of Advent and Christmas decorations.  However, the candles on the Advent Wreath represent four gifts from God:  Hope, …

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Recentering our faith

Some time ago I heard Daniel Rodriguez sing “American Hymn” on television. Because I am an American citizen the lyrics and tune evoked deep emotions within my heart. Here are the words: I have seen a summer day that slowly opens like a rose…Along a quiet road that wanders by and I smiled and wonder’d …

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Rich in soul

One of our great hymns of faith contains the following phrase: “…rich in things and poor in soul.” I thought of that phrase as I had an opportunity to ride on the Inter Coastal Waterway Sunday evening with some dear friends. As I had the  opportunity to let the wind blow through my hair and …

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