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I extend the warmest greetings of our Presbyterian Church to everyone. Christmas is the time when we should be thinking of others. I am greatly saddened that in many communities the tensions of recent months have strained relationships almost to breaking point.
I long that these links may be renewed and strengthened with a mutual respect and courtesy that will lead to a fresh understanding and acceptance of each other.
Many people throughout our world will suffer great deprivation this Christmas. Homeless, hungry and friendless they need all the love and care that we can give them. We who have so much must remember that in the coming of Jesus Christ to this world, we have real cause for rejoicing and hope, which we can share with others.
John describes Jesus Christ as "the true light that gives light to all'. When we make room in our lives for the Prince of Peace, His presence fills our whole beings with a Light that in turn will influence others around us.
As we view the situation in our own land this Christmas with all the sectarianism, the hatred, and the bitterness, there is much to do by way of healing. I am glad that there are those who strive to overcome such negative elements in pursuit of true peace.
I pray that the Light of His Love will shine brightly and that the true message of Christmas will bring meaning and purpose to everyone. Jesus said, "Let your light so shine!" so why not let your light shine today and every day. Even the smallest flame can chase away the darkness. God bless you all.
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