New Christmas Homily: The First Breath of God

Find the full text of the homily here.

Questions for Further Reflection

  1. What does it mean for you to be a “reliquary” that holds the breath of God? How does this understanding shape your self-identity?
  2. In what ways can the image of Jesus’ first breath encourage you to approach relationships with compassion and reverence?
  3. What practices or rituals can you incorporate into your life to help you remember and honor the sacredness of each breath you take?

Resources for Further Reflection

Book: Caesar’s Last Breath by Sam Kean

This is the book mentioned in the sermon. It just so happens that Sam Kean was a seminary of our very own Dr. John Santosuosso!

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