Monday, December 15, 2008

Moravian Christmas


When Advent arrives and candles dress the churches and homes of America, I remember Moravian Christmases. My mind floods with the colorful traditions of beeswax candles, Moravian stars and love feasts, candle teas, fresh greens, carols, and brass instruments. They serve as simple reminders of gentle people whose quiet love for creation is welcomed in the frenzy of a consumer Christmas.

Painting by Marie Brewer Nifong

© 2008 J. Dana Trent
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2 comments:

  1. JenniferDecember 17, 2008 at 11:15 AM

    What a lovely Salem and Christmas memory -- it makes me want to go to Salem for the Candelight tea service.

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  2. AnonymousDecember 20, 2008 at 11:42 AM

    Remembering the smells, sights, and sounds of past Love Feasts,
    warms my heart and for a simpler life.

    Thank you for this.

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