WHAT’S NECESSARY BUT NOT ENOUGH

There is no Christmas without Advent
There can be Advent without Christmas
Advent is necessary, but not enough
            We need Christmas.


John the Baptist is necessary but not enough,
          we need Jesus.
Mary is necessary but not enough,
          we need her Son.
Repentance is necessary but not enough,
          we need hope.
Prayers are necessary but not enough,
          we need commitment.
Love of God is necessary but not enough,
          we need our neighbors.
Love is necessary but not enough,
           we need deeds.
Life is necessary but not enough,
          we need dignity.
Unity is necessary but not enough,
          we need solidarity.
Peace is necessary but not enough,
          we need justice.
Tolerance is necessary but not enough,
          we need communion.
The law is necessary but not enough,
          we need mercy.
Words are necessary but not enough,
          we need actions.
Respect is necessary, but not enough,
          we need kindness.
Family is necessary, but not enough,
           we need a village.
 
Yes, Advent is necessary, but we still need Christmas.