Presentation Fresco, Dečani Monastery, Kosovo. Wikimedia Commons
Forty days after Jesus's birth, Mary and Joseph walked to the Temple in Jerusalem. They presented Jesus to God and brought a humble offering of thanksgiving: two doves, a sign of their poverty.
The devout Simeon and Anna, with hearts full of anticipation, awaiting the arrival of the Redeemer of Israel, finally saw and blessed Jesus. Jesus in diapers. This is a fantastic story as it shows us how far God will go to be among us.
I look forward to being with you online and in the sanctuary this Sunday.
Blessings,
Fr. Karl