Luke 1:46-55: And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has regarded the low estate of his handmaiden.  For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed; for he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name.  And his…

Today is the second Sunday of Advent, twenty days until Christmas – and how many of you have your decorations all in place?  Of all the trimmings retrieved from your basement or attic, are there any creches or nativity scenes among them?  Do you have any ornaments or figurines depicting the manger?  I invite you…