[New] Peace Earth

than remembering all that good news promised to us through our faith? We come to this time having our faith renewed, reminding ourselves of a God who journeys with us knowing what it is to be fully human.

Often, it is hard for us to take in this time of great joy and good news and we continue to hear about the pain in our world. We are reminded through this story of Christ's birth that we come together as a community that is welcome to share in the glory of this story. We are reminded of the good that is within our own selves and in each other. May we take marvel at this miracle that comes to us this Christmas time may we remember our abilities to come together and share in this love that is given to us in this season.

As you journey through this year, as you experience paths of uncertainty that life may have in store, as you hear difficult news about our world, remember the one that has come to us as a Wonderful Counselor, a Mighty God, and Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. Jesus comes to us as a reminder of our capability to come together in even the toughest times to achieve the impossible.

All are welcome to join us in a time of celebration of the coming of Christ on Christmas eve at any one of our three services. There will be a service at Arden United Church at 4 pm, Mountain Grove United Church at 5:30 pm, and Henderson United Church at 7 pm. There will be room for all in this time of celebration and wonder.

From the congregations of Arden Pastoral Charge, we wish you a very Merry Christmas. May the good news of this season be shared through the light we recive on Christmas morning. ■

Christmas Eve

by Jean Lewis

Fire glowing Corals sung Softly snowing Stockings hung Turkey ready For the morrow Children waiting By the Window

Smowmen smiling Lights a-twinkling Reindeer prancing Eyes a-sparkling Toys are waiting Oh, so quiet Chocolates dripping No more diet?

Christmas Eve Is always nice We’ll celebrate The birth of Christ

Sharbot Lake Marina

South Frontenac a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year.

take time to look around and count all the blessings we have in our communities.