Like Mary and Joseph we are on a journey. They were heading towards Bethlehem, where Emmanuel would be born and a new grace moment began. We are heading to the celebration of his birth, so that we can be open to a new grace moment in our lives. When he came, those who received him were filled with joy, their lives were changed. He comes in the present moment to fill us with his joy, which can change our lives. The shepherds left their encounter with the infant Savior sharing with others. Will we do the same?