Use the Arrows < > above to go through the gallery Rev Simon Scott was instituted as the Incumbent of Longford Group of Parishes - Templemichael, Newtownf.
Over two thousand years ago a very ordinary Christmas scene was unfolding. A story of the ordinary events and complications of life. A pregnant woman was expect.
Longford Reverend: Christmas is a magical time of year
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Christmas is a magical time of year. Houses and streets erupt in light flickering with a multitude of bulbs and colours. Each light on its own is lovely, but when put together in the great symphony of dancing colours its awe inspiring.
Light shining through the darkness is a central theme of the gospel, and particularly this year where we have all felt the burdens of a COVID-19 restricted world. We have increased in consciousness of the dimness to life that can exist, especially by being away from family, the pressures on work and our health this year, and the loss of life routines we had treasured.