The church year begins with The Season of Advent, the four Sundays before Christmas. Advent means “coming.” In Advent, we focus on the coming of Christ into the world (past), in our hearts (present), and the “second coming” (future). Celebrating Advent is a meaningful way to prepare for the Christmas season. What could your family do to make the Christmas season meaningful?
❆ Be sure to attend worship each Sunday. There will be special elements of the Christmas season shared in each worship service to remind you of the significance of Christ coming to earth.
❆ Pick up an Advent Devotional, “Come to the Manger,” available in the glassed foyer area. Set some time aside each day during Advent to be spiritually fed, inspired, and encouraged. While you’re picking up a devotional booklet, don’t forget to pick up a copy of “Advent, Christmas, Epiphany: What’s All This About?” This will help you to better understand the symbols and colors of Advent.
❆ Create a family Christmas tradition. Attend a Christmas play, special music presentation, town tree lighting, etc. Join us as we go Christmas Caroling on the 21st. Our own worship ministries at Hebron will be presenting “Christmas Fantasia” on December 7th at 6:00 p.m. Bring the entire family for this special Christmas musical event.
❆ Be a blessing to others by giving a special gift or by doing something special for someone who is not expecting it. The best way that we can celebrate the Christmas season is by sharing with others the greatest gift of all – Jesus!
You definitely don’t want to miss out on the wonder of the Christmas season. How will you celebrate this Christmas season?
In awe of God becoming flesh and dwelling among us!
Pastor Joe
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