Epiphany is the last official day of the Christmas season in the Church. Yet, by this point every year most of us have left Christmas far behind. Why make a big deal out of the 12 days of Christmas, and why make a big deal out of Epiphany. This sermon explains why the Church insists on celebrating Christmas for 12 whole days and not just on Christmas Day itself. Fr. Stephen goes on to explain why Epiphany itself continues to speak to us and our daily lives, despite having happened 2,000 years ago.

Scripture Reference: Isaiah 60:1-6; Matthew 2:1-12

Preached on the Feast of the Epiphany, January 6, 2019 by Rev. Stephen Silverthorne

Sermon Highlights

• The Church calendar teaches us different aspects of what it means to be a fully rounded human
• The length of the Christmas season teaches us to value joy and the good gifts God gives us
• The Epiphany bible readings show us how God wants us to reflect His light
• We reflect the light of God when we spend time soaking in His light
• We soak in His light by spending time where God is

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