Join Father Andrew Carl Wisdom, Novice Director for the Dominican Province of St. Albert the Great, for a special Christmas edition of "A Word of Hope."
In today’s reflection for the Nativity of Our Lord, Fr. Andrew explores the profound mystery of the Incarnation. Drawing on the beautiful imagery of St. Bernard of Clairvaux, he describes Jesus Christ as the "Kiss of God"—the ultimate sign of the Father's love sealing a marriage between humanity and divinity.
While the joy of Christmas is central, Fr. Andrew also reminds us of the reality of darkness and rejection in the world. He challenges us to return the Father's kiss by becoming healers in a "field hospital," tending to the woundedness of those around us with unconditional love and compassion.
Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones!
Timeline:
0:00 - Welcome & Introduction: The Nativity of Our Lord
0:15 - The End of Advent and the Gift of the Son
0:30 - St. Bernard of Clairvaux: Christ as the "Kiss of God"
0:54 - A Marriage Between Humanity and Divinity
1:16 - The Christmas Miracle: God Wanting to be Known
1:38 - John's Prologue: The Light Shines in Darkness
1:54 - Why Darkness is Part of the Christmas Story (Wisdom from Fr. Gerard)
2:28 - Pope Francis and the Church as a "Field Hospital"
2:39 - How We Return the Father's Kiss: Healing Others
3:14 - Christmas Blessing
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