I am writing this blog between the two Christmas Eve services here at the church. It is really amazing to me how many people will come and worship with us on this holy evening. Every year we have families come and sing, receive communion, light candles and remember the birth of the Christ Child–and some of these folks we won’t see again until next Christmas Eve. Some pastors make jokes about the folks who come so (more…)

This Sunday will be all about joy! The scripture readings call us to rejoice. The Advent Candle will be the pink one that symbolizes joy. This Sunday will be a time to celebrate the joy of God’s love as he shows it to us again and again. We will also celebrate joy on Sunday evening, when we gather to take part in the children’s Christmas program. We will see joy (more…)