The Christmas Rose
An Advent Story Calendar
Day Twenty-five
For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. John 3:16 KJV
While Joe rummaged through his music collection, Dora went back to look at the Christmas rose. “I can see the pink!” she said. “I know it will bloom on Christmas Eve.”
Joy bloomed in the greenhouse as Joe joined Dora by the miraculous rose. His Darling Rose lived in his heart with his new rose, Dora. He thanked God for the legend of a small girl who gave a miraculous gift to a newborn King and the small girl who stood beside him. Music filled the greenhouse and miracles filled Joe’s heart. He knew what he would name his rose when it bloomed.
Gesu Bambino
When blossoms flowered ‘mid the snow
Upon a winter’s night
Was born a child
The Christmas Rose
The King of love and light.
The angels sang, the shepherds sang,
The grateful earth rejoiced
And at his blessed birth the stars
Their exultation voiced!
O, come let us adore Him
O, come let us adore Him
O, come let us adore Him
Christ the Lord.
(Pietro Yon 1917)
Rose History: The Christmas Rose is the only true flower that blooms in winter. It represents the purity of Mary and Jesus. The Christmas Rose is often carved into altars and embroidered on vestments. Its message of peace and hope symbolizes the Savior who brought us peace and hope.
Prayer: Holy Savior, thank you for bringing peace and hope into a dark world. Amen
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