People of Advent,
We are entering our third week of waiting, but we have not been idle! We’ve looked at Jesus’ very interesting genealogy and Mary’s annunciation. Last Saturday, those who were able attended a Christmas dinner graciously hosted by Peg and Dick Divine. We shared delightful stories and met Marcus’ parents for the first time, drawing our circle wider.
On Saturday and Sunday, Anna and Ed performed with the Peninsula Community Chorus in a beautiful concert of holiday music. Jan was in the box office, and Darrell was an usher. Lee, Nancy, and I attended the Sunday afternoon performance and had a wonderful time. Throughout the concert we had opportunities to sing along some popular Christmas hymns and tunes. We ended with a rousing all-parts rendition of the Hallelujah chorus from Handel’s “Messiah”. However, I’m not sure the people in front of me were feeling the hallelujah with my caterwauling.
This Sunday, we wrap up the special Holiday Food Drive for LifeMoves Villla Terrace/First Step for Families. If you are able, bring a shelf-stable packaged food item to add to our overflowing collection. Also, don’t forget to send in your favorite Christmas hymn or song, along with a statement about why it speaks to you, for the Christmas Day sing along during our Christmas Sunday service (see below for details).
I look forward to seeing you at 10 am, in person or on Zoom, on Sunday as we look at Joseph’s angelic visitation dream that led him to make a different choice.
Soon and very soon,
Rev. Michael Cronin