The Christmas season is in full swing as I write this, and I'm enjoying every minute of it, aren't you? I love the joyful carols, sparkling decorations, and Starbucks' Peppermint Mocha. Ok, the Skinny Peppermint Mocha. But let's not get so caught up in the festivities that we fail to notice those around us who don't seem to be celebrating. For the person who has lost a job or a loved one, for the single mom who can't afford presents for her kids, for the person who will spend another Christmas alone, the revelry of this season only magnifies their despair.
At Crossroads, one of the ways we help the families of our city is by giving away Christmas stockings for kids filled with candy and small toys. It's a little gift that brings big smiles! So far this year, we've received the names of 86 children from families in need, and we need your help to share the joy of the season with them. If you're looking for ways to keep Christ at the center of your family's Christmas celebration, this is a great place to start! Many Crossroads families let each of their children take a stocking and shop for the candy and gifts themselves. It's a great way to get kids focused on others. Participating is easy:
*Pick up at stocking on Sunday at the festive table in the Lobby.
*Fill the stocking, using the list inside the stocking as a guide.
*Return the stocking to Crossroads by December 18th.
It costs about $20 to fill a stocking, a relatively small amount that most families can manage. Perhaps your small group would like to fill a stocking or two? Thanks in advance for sharing God's love with our community, and making a child's Christmas merrier!
Today's Verse: "but the angel reassured them. "Don't be afraid!" he said. "I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people." Luke 2:10 NLT
Prayer for Today: Father, make me sensitive to the needs of those around me. Please give me opportunities to share the Good News of Christ's coming with those in my circle of influence. In Jesus name, Amen
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As of 12/17/11, we have received the names of 168 children who need a stocking!!! Wonderful, but we still need 61 stockings to be "adopted". If you can help, pick on up at Crossroads on Sunday, or call 334 347-3947. Thanks! LO
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