In a world and a time filled with threat and uncertainty, Tuesday evening Taize services provide a beacon of hope, symbolized by the candles we hold and then bring to the altar in prayer.
I am amazed what you get with your iPhone camera and processing. This looks fantastic. I love the candle glow creating a luminous glow through the thumb.
Yes, it was taken with the iPhone. I can't find my P&S--I'm beginning to get a tad worried about that. But it goes to show how having a decent camera in one's phone right at hand often eliminates the need to carry a bigger, heavier one all the time.
Beautiful shot! And how great that you have a regular opportunity to practice Taize. I haven't been to a Taize service since moving three years ago and I miss it.
...is to fill 52 themes, one a week for the year. Some weeks, maybe I'll try to find several photos to fit the themes. Others, I may spend more time trying to perfect one that seems best to represent the theme. Three years of a photo-a-day opened my eyes, now I want to hone my skills.
Somehow, a camera allows me to see more deeply and awakens the eye. For me, undertaking these year-long challenges is a way to become more aware of the world that swirls around me.
I am amazed what you get with your iPhone camera and processing. This looks fantastic. I love the candle glow creating a luminous glow through the thumb.
ReplyDeleteis this an iPhone shot again? very nice glow you've captured.
ReplyDeleteYes, it was taken with the iPhone. I can't find my P&S--I'm beginning to get a tad worried about that. But it goes to show how having a decent camera in one's phone right at hand often eliminates the need to carry a bigger, heavier one all the time.
ReplyDeleteAmazing! Candlelight is hard to capture! You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteThis photo is very peaceful. Great way to wind up the day.
ReplyDeletehope symbolized in a convincing way
ReplyDeletewe do need some hope in times like this. Looks warm and inviting
ReplyDeleteA beautiful picture filled with hope.
ReplyDeleteI envy you having a regular Taize service to attend. Nice shot and very representative of the theme.
ReplyDeleteAnother favorite....this is so unique and the soft glow of the candle gives me hope!
ReplyDeleteA good message to share right now....
ReplyDeleteI like the melding of purple, gold, and red in the photo....
...and peace(ful).
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shot! And how great that you have a regular opportunity to practice Taize. I haven't been to a Taize service since moving three years ago and I miss it.
ReplyDeleteI think this is my favorite of the last week's posts. Wonderfully done!
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