We Root Ourselves in Ritual
LUKE 2:21-38
We don’t always think about ritual as a path to rejoicing. But rituals mark sacred turning points in our lives and can help us make meaning of celebrations, losses, and transitions. While Mary and Joseph are engaging in the birth rituals of their culture and tradition, the unexpected occurs and they are given courage for the journey. Today we will hear a short children’s message, engage in a simple exercise, and hear a story from a member of our congregation which will all help us to reflect on how our sacred rituals root us and open us up to God’s voice and blessing.