A Prodigal’s Christmas
Posted on December 18, 2017
Filed under Australian dioceses, Opinion
“Everyone seems to love the story of a prodigal’s return. In fact, we often hear people say “ah, the prodigal has returned”. I imagine Christmas has often been the occasion of returning prodigals.
There was a time in Australia when most Aussies would have known where the expression came from. In case you don’t let me tell you. It is a Bible expression drawn from the story of two prodigals and a loving father that was told by Jesus Christ. …”
– Bishop of Armidale, Rick Lewers, on saying sorry and forgiveness at Christmas.