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The Grace of Christ be with you!
Few annual events are as planned out as thoroughly as the Christmas holidays. So, it is easy to lose sight of the fact that the first Christmas came as an interruption, a break in the expected routine of life first for Joseph & Mary & then for many others all the way up to the present day church. How can Christ’s advent interrupt the church today when Christmas is so carefully planned ahead?
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By calling us to help those in need.
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By calling us to make room in the inn.
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By calling us to look for light in darkness.
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By calling us to forebear and forgive.
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By calling us to find joy in giving.
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By calling us to be parents of the gospel.
The birth of Christ, as with other acts of God, comes as an intervention into history. For instance, Moses was tending sheep when God called to him from a burning bush. Likewise, David was tending sheep when the prophet Samuel came to anoint a new King over Israel. Also, Peter was fishing when Jesus came and called him to follow. How does the advent of Christ interrupt your life today?
Blessings, Will
MJPC NEWSLETTER: A link to our current newsletter is HERE
THIS COMING SUNDAY: "A Welcome Interruption" based on Matthew 1:18-25. The Rev. Will Heyward is preaching. Sunday Worship Bulletin.
ADVENT LABYRINTH AT MJPC: The labyrinth is available on the front porch at MJPC for use during Advent. You are invited to take time during the season to reflect on the meaning of your faith and life as you walk this guided path.
We will also offer candlelight walks on Wednesdays in advent, Dec. 3, 10, & 17 from 6-7pm each night. Music and hot cider will be available as well. Weather cancellations of the candlelight walks will be posted on our MJPC Facebook page. Merry Christmas to all and may the gift of Christ bring you hope, peace, and a path forward in life.
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE: Join us in person or online at 7pm as we welcome the Christ child in worship. The service will include a celebration of the Lord's Supper and a candle light recessional. Christmas blessings on all!
MJ's PUPPET COMPANY! The puppets are here! All kindergarten through grade school kids are invited to join the puppets for Bible stories, games and songs Sunday mornings at 10am downstairs in our puppet room at MJPC. Youth can join us, too, to help with the puppets and to lead games. For more info on MJ's Puppet Company, check out the following short video: HERE!
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