Thursday, March 28, 2024

Resources for Christmas

Let Us Adore Him

Christmas Call to Worship

Advent Wreath Candle Lighting

Christmas Arts

Painted Votive Candleholders

The use of candles in worship is an ancient tradition. The light reminds us of The Light that shines in the darkness and can...

Christmas Posts

Peace on Earth

The Christmas Truce of 1914 during World War I reflected the real peace that Jesus brought at Christmas when God chose to be present with God's people. We can choose the same when we take the risk and choose to be present with one another even amidst our differences....

Hope

This past Sunday was the first Sunday of Advent.  For the past fifteen years, it’s been a busy yet fulfilling day brimming with activity, meaning, and purpose: Seeing the sanctuary decorated with candles and liturgical color. Smelling the greenery (including the must from garlands and wreaths long stored...

Making Peace

A version of this sermon was preached at the First Baptist Church of Hyattsville on Sunday, December 6, 2015.  The Scripture texts were Malachi 3.1-4 and Luke 1.67-79.  Accompanying the biblical texts was a reading of Langston Hughes’ 1930 poem, "Merry Christmas" As December begins, and our thoughts turn earnestly toward Christmas, this is...

Justice Projects

Birthing Kit Tree: A Justice Project for Christmas

Advent when churches are focusing on the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, is a great opportunity to remember that women all over the...

Children's Resources for Christmas and Advent