A MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER
Give Your Heart to Jesus
“In the bleak mid-winter” are the words of a carol and they came to my mind as I sat down to write this article. The weather had really begun to change, temperatures dropped and there was freezing fog all around. The start of winter in December marks the Advent season, and then we celebrate Christmas and it’s followed by Epiphany in January.
You will see from the contents of this bulletin that there is plenty scheduled to happen. Even though the weather may be bleak, we have many exciting events and services to look forward to. Whatever the season, there is always something to help us rejoice. God created all of the seasons for a purpose, as the Psalmist said, “You have made both summer and winter.” (Psalm 74 v.17). Even the frost has a purpose: it helps to break up the soil and enriches it.
And our Lord enriches our lives, for he is a constant source of warmth and comfort to us all.
We as a church community can help to spread that warmth to other people, so invite your family and friends to some of our services and events this Advent, Christmas and beyond. There is something for everyone no matter what their age or their ability.
Wrap yourself, too, in God’s warmth and go out to work in his service. God gives us all so much, and we can look forward to joining together this Advent, Christmas and Epiphany to celebrate the greatest gift of all. Then as we journey on there are so many wonderful opportunities to share the warmth and love of Christ. In the final words of the carol I began with: “What can I give him (Jesus)? … Give my heart.”
Best wishes and blessings,
Reverend Debra