Dear Friends,
The Christmas decorations have been in the stores for weeks, as has the Christmas themed soundtrack. I would guess there is someone in this congregation that has already started their Christmas shopping. As November 1 approaches, the days grow colder and darker and we begin preparations for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
The pace will pick up as we attend and host dinners, buy and wrap presents, bake cookies and decorate our homes. It is a joyous and exciting time. It can also be exhausting.
I would urge you to consider intentionally making Sunday worship a part of your November and December holiday plans. On November 3 we will remember those who have died in this past year. On November 10 we will honor our veterans. November 17 and 24 are times for thanksgiving to God.
In December, we will ask the question, “How would Jesus celebrate Christmas?” The answer to this playful question, will prepare us for the celebration of Jesus’ birth.
The Psalmist wrote, “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalm 46:10) As winter approaches, we could be drawn to stillness by cozy warmth and quiet snowfall. Unfortunately, that’s not how holiday celebration goes. Plan to find stillness in worship, to rest in the presence of God. You will be blessed.
Blessings,
Pastor Sherry
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