Advent Readings & Ideas

As I was reviewing content for the Lent-Easter blog, this film surfaced, and I thought I’d include it as the final posting before Advent 2009:

There aren’t many portrayals of the Gospel in movies that are positive toward Christians or Christ. But this one – What Would Jesus Buy? – delves beneath the surface as it documents the quest of “Rev. Billy and the Stop Shopping Choir.” It goes by very quickly for 91 minutes.

This troop of performers has chosen a theme and developed it in a manner to capture the attention of the public, as they campaign against the idolatry of consumerism. Its message is so relevant now. And the ticket price is absolutely right – zero deenero, nada. So make your own snacks and settle down in front of your computer for some smiles.

What Would Jesus Buy?

Today the Nativity is observed in Eastern Orthodox communities, many of which do not speak English. But the images are so beautiful in this video that I want to share it with you anyway – Christ transcends all the earthly stuff.

What is the Epiphany? Webster’s defines it this way:

a Christian festival, celebrated on January 6, in commemoration of the appearance of Christ to the gentiles (the wise men of the East).

This day marks the end of the 12 days of Christmas. And Scriptures for the day are:

Isaiah 60:1-6
Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14
Ephesians 3:1-12
Matthew 2:1-12