This was written for the Reformed Catholic Church.
As we about our celebration of Christmas, we are thankful for
the gift of faith, a gift of good news that opens up for us the beautiful
message of this holy season, namely, that God loves us, all of us so much that
he sent his only Son to redeem us and to show us the way to the Father in
heaven. God’s message was to redeem all of us, all-inclusive. We at the
Reformed Catholic Church, take this message seriously and invite all who wish
to join us in Celebration and Join us the rest of the year as well.
The best Christmas gift we can give each other is to share our
faith with loved ones and strangers alike, proclaiming the joyous tidings that
'God is with us. We should not just share our faith, but we should reach out to
one another with all the blessings God has given us, especially the gift of
peace. Our world, our country, and our homes are often witnesses to violence,
prejudice, and fear. Christmas is a time for us to counter these ills by loving
each other as deeply as God loved us by sending us his son. Our Catholic
community wishes peace and goodwill to all, assuring you of our prayers and
best wishes always.
Heavenly Father, may Your blessings fill us with
the wonder of Mary, the obedience of Joseph, the joy of the angels, the eagerness
of the shepherds, the determination of the magi, and the peace of the Christ
child. May we all find peace and understanding from this past trying year. May
we find our faith and belief in this time of Joy of Your Son’s birth. May Your
Blessings provide us with a better new year. Almighty God, Father, Son, and
Holy Spirit bless you now and forever.
Amen
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