"This year, although I know that you're keen to set up that nativity scene, I'm advocating an alternative means, a change in priorities for your generosities.

"I'm annointing a reversal, suggesting you parcel a hamper of staples and so turn the tables on advent doors that ignore the poor.

"I'm asking that you choose to proclaim the good news beyond the pews, to pursue a change of people's views of what they thought they knew this season meant. Yes, let's reverse this Advent and make something more heaven-sent."

Have a great Advent and make it greater for someone else too.