This week we light the candle of peace our Advent wreath often known as the candle of peace. The catechism of the Catholic Church CCC 2304
Respect for and development of human life require peace. Peace is not merely the absence of war, and it is not limited to maintaining a balance of powers between adversaries. Peace cannot be attained on earth without safeguarding the goods of persons, free communication among men, respect for the dignity of persons and peoples, and the assiduous practice of fraternity. Peace is "the tranquillity of order." Peace is the work of justice and the effect of charity.
This week, we listened in our Gospel Sharing this week to a short video about the words of peace in the Bible. In the Old Testament the Hebrew word Shalom and in the New Testament Eirene. Peace meaning a sense of wholeness and completeness, a bringing together, with Jesus bringing us his peace.
Seeking a time or place for peace and stillness we have our online Meditation group that meets on a Monday 7.00 to 8.00. All are welcome, if you are interested please get in touch, further details on our newsletter.