Today we explore some of the other readings appointed for Christmas - and the whole idea of God With Us...

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This week we explore Luke 2:1-20, the story of how Jesus’ birth came about. It was not a silent night, nor a calm one - so if we're feeling harried, we might just be one with the true Christmas spirit!

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This week we explore Luke 2:1-20, the story of how Jesus’ birth came about - which was in extreme circumstances, far from his family home. The company of the marginalized was his first community - and still is. 

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This week we explore Luke 2:1-20, the story of how Jesus’ birth came about. It involved a lot of anxious waiting on the part of his parents... and centuries of waiting on the part of his people. 

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This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25, in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, which involves Joseph as well as Mary. How did they respond to the radical change in plan announced by the angel? How do we?

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This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25, in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, in which Joseph features prominently. Joseph is able to obey, even an outrageous request. Can we? 

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This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25, in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, the story of Emmanu-el, God With Us. How does it affect you knowing God is with you, not far away?

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This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25, in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story. In that version, God speaks through dreams, not direct angelic encounters. How does God communicate with you? 

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This week we explore Matthew 1:18-25, in which we hear Matthew’s version of Jesus’ birth story, in which Joseph features more prominently than Mary. Joseph rises to the challenges presented to him and supports both Mary and Jesus. Who has "stepped up" for us? 

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Today we explore Isaiah 35:1-10, a beautiful prophecy of restoration and wholeness for those exiled from their homeland. What "home" do you yearn for? 

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