Meadowbrook Church

The Heart of Christmas

Finding authentic life through the Nativity narrative

Dec. 4             Celebration

The economy is in the dump. My 401(k) has lost thousands of dollars. I’m not sure I’ll have a job next year. And now it’s Christmas! If you’re “joy-challenged” then rediscover what the celebration is all about.

Redmond Chorale performing

Dec. 11            Salvation

Your calendar is loaded with parties, family gatherings and shopping. You’re pressed for time and headed toward exhaustion and wondering “Why do I do this every Christmas?” Reconnect with the reason for the season, enjoying Jesus’ forgiveness and freedom from guilt.

Baptism service

Dec. 18            Reconciliation           

Christmas stories about reindeer, snowmen, elves and Grinches always end with sweet outcomes where everyone is warm and happy. In real life people hurt us and we hurt people. We hold grudges, resentments and bitterness. The Gospel is the powerful story of relationships made right, with God and each other.

 Children’s choir performing

Dec. 24            Confirmation

Angels. Virgin Mary. Baby Jesus. Wise Men. These are wonderful characters to a compelling story that has stood the test of time. But, is it true? How can you know? Discover how God has been confirming the reality of Christmas through the centuries.

Lord’s Supper observed

Dec. 25            Exaltation

Receiving and giving special gifts and being embraced by loved ones tend to dominate our hoped for Christmas experiences. At the heart of Christmas is having the greatness of God revealed so that we are overwhelmed and moved to worship the Living Lord.