Day 27Friday, December 24“In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God.The word was with God in the beginning.Everything came into being through the Word, and without the Word nothing came into being.What came into being through the word was life,And the life was the light for all people.The light shines in the darkness,and the darkness doesn’t extinguish the light....  Read More

Day 26Thursday, December 23“When the angels returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, ‘Let’s go right now to Bethlehem and see what’s happened. Let’s confirm what the Lord has revealed to us.’ They went quickly and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in the manger. When they saw this, they reported what they had been told about this child. Everyone who heard it was amazed at what...  Read More

Day 25Wednesday, December 22“The angel said, ‘Don’t be afraid! Look! I bring good news to you — wonderful, joyous news for all people. Your savior is born today in David’s city. He is Christ the Lord. This is a sign for you: you will find a newborn baby wrapped snugly and lying in a manger.’ Suddenly a great assembly of the heavenly forces was with the angel praising God. They said, ‘Glory to God ...  Read More

by Matt Miofsky Recently, someone asked me what was more stressful to prepare for: Christmas or Easter? I don’t have a clear answer for that question, but Christmas always feels different. It is the one time of the year that the world seems to turn to the church ready to hear a word of good news. We are that way, as well. As another year draws to a close, it is impossible to sum up all that we hav...  Read More

Day 24Tuesday, December 21“And Mary said: ‘My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me — holy is his name. His mercy extends to those who fear him, from generation to generation. He has performed mighty deeds wit...  Read More

Day 23Monday, December 20“The angel replied, ‘The Holy Spirit will come over you and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. Therefore, the one who is to be born will be holy. Hew ill be called God’s Son. Look, even in her old age, your relative Elizabeth has conceived a son. This woman who was tabled unable to conceive is now six months pregnant. Nothing is impossible for God.’”Luke 1:35-...  Read More