There was a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was advanced in years, having lived seven years with her husband after her marriage, and then as a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple, but worshiped night and day with fasting and prayer. And coming forward at that very time, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were awaiting the redemption of Jerusalem. (Lk 2:36-40)
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For those of us who are “advanced in years,” we have a special role to play in the story of salvation. With our wisdom and experience, we simply point out where God is already at work in the world and in the lives of our younger loved ones, and we serve God in prayer. Today's carol is El Niño Pobre (Christmas of the Poor).
