Here is Spring’s awakening: a dance of leaves and tendrils, creating lovely patterns of growth and vitality. Set in its midst, is a vignette of two deer quietly grazing beside the gates of Jerusalem. There is an air of tranquility; This is a stolen moment of repose in life’s exhilarating journey. An eloquent allegory for the bride and groom and the oaths they exchange-which both binds and strengthens. “I will betroth you to me with righteousness and justice, kindness and mercy” These words from Hosea 2:21 embody the deep commitment of the marriage covenant.
