Newsletter January 6th 2019 (Feast of the Epiphany)

A thought for today

Peace to people of good will – the Prince of Peace welcomes everyone who seeks peace. Shepherd and king, rich and poor, local and stranger all seek the same thing, a life of peace and fulfilment. “All humans seek peace” is a generalisation that is close to being true.

Breaking peace is always a decision. Anger, nastiness, belligerence and unkindness are not natural to the human person. In our better instincts, we desire peace and benevolence.

The symbols of universalism in the Magi story speak to an audience far wider than just     Christians. It is for all those who have gazed beyond the senses and dreamed for something better, something that is both natural and common to us all.