I have always looked forward to Christmas time. I love the music and the contagious good feelings that abound during this time of the year. I am amazed at the good influence that love and service have in our lives. Last Sunday, we had a wonderful Christmas program in Sacrament meeting. Thank you for sharing your talents with us! We truly have very talented people.
The choir did an excellent job!
I had the unusual opportunity to practice with the choir during rehearsals and then listen to them sing during the Sacrament meeting program. Every Sunday, Sharon helped us practice the songs/hymns we were going to sing. There were a couple of those songs that were particularly hard for us, but Sharon was always encouraging us. It is amazing the influence that kind words of encouragement and trust have in our lives. Sharon helped us and guided us during practice. On Friday, before the Christmas program, I lost my voice and I was not able to speak for a few days. Melodic sounds were replaced by coughing cords, so singing was not an option. On Sunday, as part of the congregation, I was touched by the music. This specific time, while the choir was singing, I remember everyone’s preparation and effort. It is true that service comes in many different ways and this time it came as a result of time, effort, willingness to sing, and help from the spirit. It sounded so good!
Christmas time is the most wonderful time of the year because we are reminded of the love that our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have for us. We can make this wonderful time of the year last our entire lives. Challenges will come and go, there is no question about that, but the hope that we receive from the knowledge that a baby was born to bring peace and comfort to our lives can stay with us always. Jesus gave His time, effort, and willingness to serve as a present to each one of us.
This Christmas and always, lets light the world with our efforts of love and service.
Merry Christmas!
“As the Christmas season envelops us with all its glory, may we, as did the Wise Men, seek a bright, particular star to guide us to our Christmas opportunity in service to our fellowman.
May we all make the journey to Bethlehem in spirit, taking with us a tender, caring heart as our gift to the Savior.” President Thomas S Monson
Thank you!
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