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Visual Meditation: Christmas Blessings from Vienna

Christmas blessings to all friends of the Abbey – may you discover the holy being birthed within your own heart, may your life enflesh the sacred presence for others.

Stop by “Give me a Word” and share the word shimmering for you for 2011 and read the moving reflections others have posted in response to their own words.  If you need support in letting the word choose you stop by this post for suggestions.

More winter images can be found here. . .

 

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8 Responses

  1. These photos are amazing and speak to me of the abundance we have even while waiting in the dark season. They are so rich and vibrant!

  2. I was listening to Josh Groban sing “Silent Night” as I looked at these…it was magical. Merry Christmas and thank you.

  3. I’m so happy to witness your joy through your images. Healing must be happening! You have definitely been in my thoughts and prayers this season.