A Prelude to Christmas

 

 

Prepare the cave, for the Virgin Mary comes, bearing Christ.

Tidy up the manger, to receive the Divine Infant.

Prepare the animals, to warm up the space.

Invite the shepherds, to be ready, so they may hear the angelic doxology.

Behold the star, coming from the east, leading with its light the three magi.

Heaven is getting ready!

Everything around is ready to welcome the King of Glory.

When everything is ready, what will people do?

Hagia Sophia - A Symbol of Unity

Our history has taught us that unhealthy nationalism only opens wounds, destroys consciences, fanaticizes people, breeds enemies, divides populations.

Our Holy Monastery has been facing the effects of fanaticism for so many years, with the occupation of its main building by people who preach fanaticism.

Whose heart did not ache to hear the news!