Ever hear or say the phrase, “I have an epiphany”? “Epiphany” not a common word for many people. The word means to have a realization, or an illuminating discovery. We are about to enter the season of Epiphany in the church. Epiphany bridges Christmas with Lent. It is a season of growth now that we have received the presence of God through Jesus at Christmas. Now we dwell in that space, knowing that God is here while we try to understand what it means in our lives.
As a church we had an amazing Christmas season. The kids’ pageant was AWESOME, a snow storm can’t stop our kids from telling the story. Christmas Eve saw great attendance at both services. I look forward to dwelling on the presence of God for the coming season of my life.
My world has been shaken by the passing of my earthly father, now more than ever I will need to keep my focus on our Heavenly Father. Thank you for all the ways that you have supported me and my family through this challenging time. I’ve had to fly home several times over the last 6 months, been distracted and felt overwhelmed-throughout all of it, I have known your love for me and my family. Thank you for being such an amazing church.
I pray an insightful epiphany for you. As we seek out the ways in which God’s light comes into our midst, don’t forget that you just might be carrying that light for the people in your lives. God bless you people of St. Andrew’s! God loves you and so do I!
Pastor Dave