Tonight we light the Nativity in Layton. This lighting is an annual event in our community. This year is number 2. For me it is the beginning of the Season of Joy, the Season of Hope, the Season of Light. We light the scene that represents all of these things - The Birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Another special thing about this season is a gift I received two years ago from my son, Matt, it has heightened the season for me. It was simple ornaments to add to our Christmas tree. Each ornament is a card with one of the Names or Titles of Christ. It truly made a "Christ"-mas tree out of our green plastic fir tree.
Now before my wonderful Sweetheart gets her feelings hurt. I have loved the decorations we have used over the years. Many have loving memories associated with them. A few years ago we started adding copies of Christmas carols to the tree because we love music and it brought good memories and thoughts to our hearts.
We the addition of these beautiful simple cards with a sacred name on them. Our tree in my eyes has added a new luster to the season. It becomes a living symbol of the Reason for the Season.
If you are looking for a fun family gathering idea. Have everyone write down as many of the Names or Titles of Jesus Christ and see who can come up with the most. Then see which one means the most to each person. You will have a wonderful time learning about and testifyiing of Christ. It will bring His Spirit into your life and remind you that He is the Reason.
5 comments:
I think it should be known to all those that see this that you Fred were instrumental in getting the Nativity Scene to be a reality for the city of Layton. What a wonderful example you are of faith and works. It was a wonderful event last night, it truly starts the season off right.
And the music was wonderful too!
Awesome! Wish we were there to the lights go on. Let the Christ-mas season begin!!!
Becky, you would have loved it. Bell Ringers, little Catholic choir, everyone holding a candle as a single voice starts 'Silent Night' accompanied by guitar.
It may have to replace 'White Christmas' as the season opener!
Thank you for your great example. Just being near you makes me feel closer to Christ. We are so blessed to have you in our lives!
There's nothing better than watching your children's eyes light up with excitement as they see the nativity scene brought to life. Hot chocolate and cookies to top it off . . . Utopia.
I think we will add a new game to our Christmas Eve activities this year - "The many names of Christ". I hope I win! Thanks for the idea and the example you have been to me throughout my life! Love you.
Melanie
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