Covid can stop us from gathering at in-person services, but it can't stop Him from gathering us close. Emmanual literally mean's "God with us;" and no virus can stop Him from coming to light our way in the dark, coming to take away all fear, coming to give the gift of grace to one and all. We live streamed the Christmas service; and as sure as Jesus walked on water, he walked into our hearts and souls, quenching our thirst for good news. Merry Christmas, indeed!
"The splendor-light of heaven’s glorious sunrise
is about to break upon us in holy visitation,
all because the merciful heart of our God is so very tender.
The word from heaven will come to us
with dazzling light to shine upon those
who live in darkness, near death’s dark shadow.
And he will illuminate the path that leads to the way of peace.”
— Zecharaiah 1:78-79
