Monthly Archives: December 2021

GOOD NEWS A sweet grandmother telephoned St. Joseph’s Hospital. She timidly asked, “Is it possible to speak to someone who can tell me how a patient is doing?” The operator said, “I’ll be glad to help, dear. What’s the name and … Continue reading →

Wishes for the New Year Faith that increaseth, walking in light; Hope that aboundeth, happy and bright; Love that is perfect, casting out fear; These shall insure thee a happy New Year. Peace in the Savior, rest at his feet, … Continue reading →

“If you can look into the seeds of time, and say which grain will grow, and which will not, Speak then to me . . . “ Macbeth, act I, scene 1, line 58 Who wouldn’t want to hear from … Continue reading →

A Gift Provided A gift is paid for by the one who gives,One who’s thoughtful of others as they live;Jesus paid the price from Calvary’s cross,It’s only His blood that can save the lost! A gift is provided by one … Continue reading →

You know it is the Holiday season when nearly everywhere you look you find colorful advertisements boasting “great deals.” Looking at the top of today’s paper my attention was drawn to big bold letters screaming, “Buy One Get One Free.” … Continue reading →

The events leading up to the birth of Christ weren’t coincidental, but were put in place by God, so that the prophecies of old would be fulfilled, in Isaiah 7: 13-14; Isaiah 9: 6-7; Micah 5: 2-5.   Everything that happened, from the … Continue reading →

Overcoming Despair Christmas can be a difficult time for people who are hurting or grieving. In the 1860s, poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow had reason to despair: America was at war with itself, his son was severely wounded in battle and … Continue reading →

Merry Christmas Merry Christmas is a pleasant thing to say, Each year when we celebrate this special day; Realizing it as the day Jesus came to earth, Receiving His grace brings to all a new birth! Years He spent on … Continue reading →

According to research conducted by the Barna Group, the holidays are tough for people who aren’t connected to faith communities or other civic groups. They feel isolated by experiences that bring others joy, such as giving gifts, singing carols and … Continue reading →

Christmas. It is one of the most joyous Christian holidays, a time to remember the birth of Christ our savior. Christmas is a time to share our blessings with one another, and to be surrounded by the people we love. … Continue reading →