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Ihr llrpp n n I.alette T lm n . Heppner Oregon ttrd n n d rt In the spirit of Christmas O rim i bei I». I «ni s H K N Christmas kindles tvarm glow Blessed are the peace makers '*,*r.nL * lf<’'* ° * <2lr“ !rn“ c ,n d lr* kindle» a »arm (low in human heart» In time the candle» die mil and the glow u gone However (he glow and »arm th in our hearts need not die out The laird Jesus whose birth „■ honor at Christmas time 1 « well able to keep the warmth and glow there w ’I m U\ “ 1>Hl* C* ndlr' br,n« m« *><ht and warmth to this »in darkened world Thereby kindling warm glows in other heart» This 1 » the true spirit of i nristma* r Hies set! are the peacemaker*, said Jesus "for they shall be called children ot Cod The Prince of Peace came to us. showing us how to be peacemakers through love, acceptance, and forgiveness Peace is loo rare in (his world wars continue only a minority experience life in its fullness, conflict rages in families We need peacemakers The babe Iwirn in a humble manger is our source of peace Through him we have the strength to be peacemakers in (his season and throughout the year, and by sharing love, showing acceptance, and daring to forgive freely Peace he with you Cathy Barker pastor lone I'nited Church of Christ Don Keil>f*r pastor Hfppnrr Seventh <la> Adventist t hurih If ill they begin to understand? Is your tree ready ? A Christian rock singer by the name of Kandy Stonehill has a song on one of hi» alliums which poses 4 very serious question that each one of us must answer lor ourselves It 1 » a ijues’ ion especiallv relevant as we come into this most precious of seasons this year I» your tree up and decorated’ A common question for this time of year It sure wouldn t seem like Christmas without decorated trees, would it’ The Bible tells about many different kinds of trees In the Cospel of John Chapter 15 we find Jesus talking about Himself as a tree In verse one, chapter 15. Jesus said. I am the True V in e " To sustain life, the branches must tie connected to the vine which gives them life We are the branches to carry the beauty of Cod's love to the world If branches hare no fruit they are cut off, thrown into the fire, the Bible tells us I wonder if this Christmas they II begin to understand The Jesus that they celebrate is much more than a man’ Because the way the world is I don't see how people can deny the only way to save us was for Jesus Christ to die And I know that if Saint Nicholas was here he would agree That Jesu» gave the greatest gift of all to you and me They led Him to the slaughter on a hill called calvary And mankind was forgiven when they nailed Him to the tree But most of all the children they 're the ones I hop«- will learn That Jesus is our Savior and He's going to return And Christmas isn't just a day And all days aren't the same Perhaps they 'll think about the word and see it spell» His name So Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas Merry Christmas I wonder if this Christmas they'll begin to understand’ I wonder if this Christmas w ill tie the time when we all twgin to understand that Christmas has a meaning deeper than just one day Have you trulv understood the meaning of Christmas for yourself’ If not attend Church and discover what it is all about Ia*t s all understand the meaning of Christmas this year I>on Shelton pastor First < 'hristian ( hurch Promise to David All of the familiar features of the Christmas story go back to (axis Promise to Itavid in 2 Samuel 7 for added emjihasis and fuller meaning These are the star, a sceptre, the King of the Jews. Bethlehem and the voice of an angel announcing. "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord’ 1 Luke 2 11 1 May Cod forbid that we permit this glorious promise given to David to become buried under the wrappings riblion. tinsel, and excelsior of the ( hrislmas tree this year lad us push hack the fanfare and celebration in order that we might worship Him. acknowledge His Kingship bow to Ills sceptre, be subject to His throne, and look for Him Who is coming laird of lairds and King of Kings Jay Rowley, pastor Friendship Baptist Church, lexington Exchanging gifts is appropriate Among the special Joys of Christmas is the giving and receiving of gift» a process completed as gifts are unwrapped, opened, enjoyed and as thanks are said This is appropriate, since the origin and core of Christmas has to do with a gift Cod's unspeakable gift to us "For Cod so loved the world that He gave His only liegotton Son " As we open our gifts this 1 hristmas let's not forget to open our hearts to Jesus, the gift beyond all gifts, and to thank Cod for Him. for " whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life " _ 0 ..... The Kev Kick hverson. pastor Hope Valby l.utheran Parish \N D it came to (uss in those days that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should tie taxed And this taxing was first made w hen Cyremits was governor of Syria And all went to tie taxed every one into his own city Vmt Jnscpt n u e r ip ( r ' 111 < i.ilile« out of the city of Natareth into Judea u n t o the citv f David which is called Bethlehem because he was of the house and lineage of David To he taxed with Mars hi- espoused wife tiemg great with child \nd so it was that while thev weri there the days were accomplished that she should t>e delivered And s h e brought forth her (irstlxirn son. and wrapped him in swaddling clothes and la d him it a manger because there was no room for them in the inn And there were in tin a me country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch ovei their flock by night And lo the angel of the laird came upon them and the glory of the laird shone round .ilxnil them and they wi re sore afraid And the angel s.Aul unto them Fear not for Iw-hold, I bring you good tidings ot great jov which shall he to all people hot unto you is tioni this day in the ntv of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord And this shall he a sign unto you Ae shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes lying in a manger And suddenly Ho i e w as w ilh the angi I a multitude of the heavenly host praising Cod and saying tdot v to (os! in the b chest and on earth peace good will toward men And it came lo puss as the angels were gone away from them into heaven the shepherds said one to another, lad us now go even unto Bethlehem and see ’hi- 'lung which is . ome to pass, which the laird hath mail«' know n lo us And they came with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger And when thev had »eel; .1 thev made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child Arid all thev that t> aid it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds But Mary kept all the-« things and pondered them in her heart And the shepherd- returned .lorliving and praising Cod for all the things that they had heard and seen as it was told unto them SI Luke I 20 lad us look at what our Christmas trees could remind us of The lights represent the saviour. Jesus the light of the world We also are to he lights to shine Cod » love to others in a dark world The colorful ornaments are the fruit of the spirit that should be coming from our ll»rs such as love. joy. peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and self control Calatiana 5 22 2.1 Carland can be a reminder of Cod s continuing lovr. protection and blessings to Ills people The angel or star on top points us upward toward heaven to the Cod who loved us so much He sent His Son Jesus to another tree This tree is not so beautiful in appearance, but is tsMutiful to those who come to it and find new direction for their lives This tree is called the ( lid Hugged Tree or the Cross where Jesus died for the sins of the world That my friend is the reason for Christmas As you see these Christmas decorations this season, may they be reminders of what they represent Is your tree iLlfe) ready for Christmas’ Kev Floyd W ilks, pastor Heppenr Church of the Nararene A most precious gift Christmas time is special a different time for families and friends We -mg 11 come u come. Fmmanuel" as a way of preparation in our lives for the marking of that very special event that changed human history once and forever A child is born who is to he King of Kings, not as a king ought to be horn .'as judged by our material standards. but in a low ly miserable fashion, amongst animals and their smell and in their habitat W'e marvel at such a birth and birth place Why do we marvel’ What is there that is so special, so marked about this birth from so many other- of the first century’ I>o we marvel because Cod s humor shines bright a- the Morning Star in and through such a humble beginning’ Is it I hs auxe from this hirth comes the One who will redeem each of us in our brokenness and our estrangement and alienation, that we marvel’ Or. does it move to a much deeper, personal level of our beings that place unseen by others that makes us stop and reflect on the who we are in our lives and relationships that cause us to marvel that Cod should love you and you. or y** even me m such a way that marks ua as special handling required Fragile" ’ So special in fact, that Cod's word made flesh, is come amongst us to redeem us. by Ills Birth, Ills Death, and hi- Kexur reel ion A most precious gift of life, unearned, misunderstood but a gift of t.ift- from a laiving Cod that has ransomed each of us just by this humble birth that we mark this season and every Christmas Season But ( .<>d is not w ith us only at Christmas tune ( Emmanuel is Hebrew for Cod is with us Cud just because of this humble birth is with us all. always May you all have a most Joyous Christ's Mass The Kev Ed Walts All Saints' Episcopal Church hlks slate Dee. 22 party The lleppner Elk's Lodge will lie holding its annual Tom and Jerry Party this Saturday. Dec 22 starting at 6 pm There will lie live music and dancing Also a reminder that this is the last week to buy your discount tickets for the New Year's Eve crab M al the Flks Buy your ticket before Friday. Dec 21 and save 12 aOon each ticket, says club manager Dallas Harsin We II lie serving whole crab this year, and we'll even supply the bibs II s going to b<- a lot of fun he said Legion cK Aux. slate X m as party The American U'gion and Aux diary w ill hold a Christmas party at the home of Clayton and Evelyn Sweek Friday. Dec 21 from 7 S p m said an organisation spokesperson m lm rvr* In m urrr HUM. d t-n r trifudn. T h u n k m ! VINH •/CHEVRON Piper's Building Sp ecialtie=:::^3l •NEW CUSTOM HOMES , ADDITIONS«COMPLETE REMODE LIN G •( ì A K A GES • KITCHENS*!! \TIIS*B tSEMENTS •HAND MADE CABINETS • EOI NDATlONSeCONCRE 11 PATIOS, SIDEW ALKS. STEPS.WOOD STO\ E INSTALLATION.SI DE I \ < - • R OOF IN G* E A RTH SHELTERED HOMES PRICED TO COMPETE ITH DOt BLE W IDE MOBILES. CELEBRATE!' M iy the magic of Christmas bless one and all with the spirit of t brotherhood and unity ^ M&R FLO O R C O V ER IN G MERRY CHRISTMAS! Licensed • Bonded • Insured P h o n e 6 7 6 -9 8 5 6 - HEPPNER BOWL SWANSON INSURANCE Jim. Monica Nancy & Cathy
