A Christmas Moment - December 30th, 6th Day of #christmas octave

A Moment to Pause - a short daily audio reflection rooted in Sacred Scripture · Dec 30, 2025 · 1m

Welcome to our morning reflection on this the 6th day of the Christmas Octave. Today’s Gospel is Luke 2 :36-40 ‘When Joseph and Mary had finished doing all that was required by the law of the Lord, they returned to their home town of Nazareth in Galilee. The child grew and became strong; he was full of wisdom, and God’s blessings were upon him.’ In the name of the Father, and of the Son and Holy Spirit. I am Pat Hughes and I wish to share that when I was reflecting on this seemingly simple passage I was struck by Anna, a widow praying and fasting in the temple for many years. Why did she do…