Today is Candlemas, or Candelaria as it is known here in Mexico, the day Christians commemorate the presentation of Jesus at the temple (Luke 2:22-40).
The Presentation at the Temple, Giovanni Bellini, c1459
Because it is a feast day, and in accordance with local tradition, we'll nosh on delicious tamales and atole later. But in the mean time, enjoy this beautiful hymn designated especially for today.
Longing
for light, we wait in darkness.
Longing
for truth, we turn to you.
Make
us your own, your holy people,
light
for the world to see.
Christ,
be our light! Shine in our hearts.
Shine
through the darkness.
Christ,
be our light!
Shine
in your church gathered today.
Longing
for peace, our world is troubled.
Longing
for hope, many despair.
Your
word alone has pow'r to save us.
Make
us your living voice.
Christ,
be our light! Shine in our hearts.
Shine
through the darkness.
Christ,
be our light!
Shine
in your church gathered today.
Longing
for food, many are hungry.
Longing
for water, many still thirst.
Make
us your bread, broken for others,
shared
until all are fed.
Christ,
be our light! Shine in our hearts.
Shine
through the darkness.
Christ,
be our light!
Shine
in your church gathered today. 
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