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Letting the Light in… (& out)

Posted on July 22, 2014 by

One of my most treasured memories of the Gaza Strip was carrying the special Easter ‘Sabt al Noor’ light from the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to the Orthodox Christians in Gaza.  This involved receiving candlelight from the priests in … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Photograph: … Mary, Mother of Jesus (Feast Day!!)

Posted on August 15, 2012 by

Today Eastern Orthodox & Catholic churches celebrate the Feast of the Dormition honoring the faithfulness of Mary, the Mother of Jesus Christ, whose ‘yes’ to Angel Gabriel brought Light into our world.  As she ran to Elizabeth to share her … Continue reading →

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