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From the Pastor
December 2024
Beloved Church Family,
As we step into the season of Advent, we are invited into a time of sacred anticipation. Advent is more than a countdown to Christmas; it is a season of preparing our hearts to welcome the promised Messiah, Jesus Christ, who entered our world as a humble baby to bring hope, peace, joy, and love.
The word Advent means “coming” or “arrival,” and it beckons us to pause amid the busyness of the season and reflect on the incredible truth of God’s love. Just as the people of Israel waited with longing for the Savior, we too are called to prepare ourselves for His arrival—both as we celebrate His birth and as we await His glorious return.
Let us prepare our hearts for this holy season:
• Seek the Light of Christ: Advent reminds us of the light that shines in the darkness. Spend time in Scripture and prayer, allowing God’s light to guide and shape your heart.
• Embrace Stillness: In a world filled with noise and distractions, take intentional moments of quiet to focus on the meaning of Christ’s coming. Let these moments renew your spirit and bring you closer to Him.
• Share the Love of Christ: Just as God gave us the ultimate gift in Jesus, Advent is a time to extend generosity, kindness, and compassion to those around us. Let the love of Christ overflow from your heart to bless others.
As we light each candle of the Advent wreath over the coming weeks, let them symbolize the hope, peace, joy, and love that Jesus brings to our lives. May these reminders encourage you to open your heart to the miracle of His birth and the promise of His return.
I encourage you to take this season as an opportunity to grow deeper in your faith and trust in God’s promises. Together, let us prepare to welcome the Messiah with hearts full of gratitude and wonder.
May the blessings of this Advent season fill your home and your heart with God’s presence.
In Christ’s Love,
Pastor Lesli
