Advent:  A coming into being

3^rd definition, Merriam Webster Collegiate Dictionary

A Conversation with Advent

O Advent

I think you are my favorite

Of all the seasons in the church year

Because you ask that I wake up, be vigilant,

And open to some startling surprise, some wonder

That never has existed �til today.

Advent,  beyond the rush, the noisy fun,

   the customary words,

There is a vast and tender silence

And I will meet you there.

At first it may seem boring to be still

But slowly in the quietness there will be

A radiance, a peace, a profound care.

Advent, I will dare to bring you this year�s pain

The darkness, failures and the broken plans.

Perhaps in the stillness

With patience and expectancy

They may gently be exchanged

 For healing and for hope  . . .

And it will not be fake

To welcome Joy.                                            JU 2012