The gospel for this feast reveals the implications of the Incarnation. The word made flesh, becoming human through the Blessed Virgin Mary, is born into space and time. The Roman Empire, the customs of the Jewish religion, the devout Jews who frequent the Temple all help to paint the picture. Above all, however, there is the Holy Family. Mary and Joseph, both of whom have had to suffer and live by faith in responding to God's will, are shown as beginning life as a family and living out that life in accord Jewish Law. It is a challenge to contemporary families to likewise be faithful to their culture, heritage and religion. There are so many distractions and temptations. The Simeons and Annas in our parishes are wonderful in the support they can offer to young couples and families. It is in this way that faith can be maintained and a solid foundation given to family life which is a testimony to God's love for us.
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