Do you ever struggle to believe that things can get better - in the world or in yourself? What's the difference between optimism and hope? What have you seen this year that quietly restored your faith in humanity?

Welcome to our third episode of our newest mini-series, "Advent After Dark." This time of Advent and Christmas is filled with hustle and bustle and joy and cheer, and yet for some it's a time where they find it hard to have hope in the world, in themselves, or in others. However, perhaps hope isn't pretending everything is fine. Instead, it's believing that God still shows up - even when we're not sure we believe anymore.

Join Pastor Tom, Pastor Patrick, and Katie as we ponder the questions above. Grab a hot beverage (or a cold one), sit right where you are, and take a moment to pause with us while we prepare our hearts for this season.

Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/track/brock-hewitt-stories-in-sound/joy-to-the-world

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