Christmas is nearly upon us!  For many people, this is a very busy time of the year.  There are parties to go to, and shopping to do.  There are end-of-the-year reports to file, and other things that get done only in December. 

But for many in our community, this is a very hard time.  Many families are scattered across the country – and have trouble getting back together for holidays.  Other families are close by, but have serious trouble when they get together.  Others are realizing that the winter, which began early this year, has already reduced their finances and times are getting harder. 

This week, we have received a number of calls for food and other assistance.  These hard economic times are causing people to turn to the church for help.  This provides us with an amazing opportunity to bring the Good News to those who are in need. 

This Christmas Eve, we will provide an opportunity to help those in need by bringing non-perishable food items to the Christmas Eve service.  As a part of our time at the Table, we will present these gifts to God for the relief of the poor and needy in our congregation and community. 

Our Christmas Eve service will be at 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall.  Please invite your friends, neighbors and family to join us for this night of worship and of service to God. 

May God bless you this Christmas!

+ Pastor Matt Thomas