Everlasting Peace
Christmas is the beginning of the way things were meant to be.
by Commissioner Lee GravesGod’s peace, gifted at Christmastime, is cause for great celebration. Peace, as Jesus gives, draws our attention to that which God intended.
God’s peace, gifted at Christmastime, is cause for great celebration. Peace, as Jesus gives, draws our attention to that which God intended.
This Christmas we have the opportunity to reflect, celebrate and worship the God who steps down into darkness and brings light.
Through worship, I feel peace, joy, comfort and especially love. ... worship through singing is what makes me feel most connected to God.
“Wait! Are you Santa?”
No, but I am thrilled that I get to play him on occasion. Even more importantly, in moments like this, I also get to be the hands and feet of Jesus.
Who was Joseph? What was his influence upon Jesus? What can we learn about fatherhood from his story? Matthew helps us to answer these questions. He refers to Joseph more than the other Gospels do, granting readers a unique perspective on Jesus’ human family of origin.
When the angels appeared to the shepherds after Jesus was born, they declared, “Peace on earth!” But in today's world, we see conflict and division; we see brokenness, not wholeness. How can we be people of peace, bringing light to those in darkness?