Yesterday Pat O'Brien gave a short communion meditation at church, as he asked us, "What did you get for Christmas?" He said that it was an easy answer for him, "I got a Savior. We got a Savior!" He said he wished he had the courage to state that more often and openly to others when he is asked that simple question. But the good news for all of us is at Christmas time, "we get a Savior". And like all the rest of our gifts, we can enjoy them throughout 2006!

BLESSINGS FOR THE NEW YEAR

At this time of new beginnings…
As we close the old year out…
We take a look at our feelings…
And just what life is all about…

Life is about love and friendship…
Leaving a part of us along the way…
Life is about caring for others…
As we live from day to day…

Time stands still for no one…
Whether pauper or a king…
Life keeps moving right along…
As if it sprouted wings…

So as we take time to reflect on the past...
And look at special things we've done…
I pray everything in this New Year...
Brings you good memories for years to come...

May you have an abundance of health and prosperity…
May you have nothing but joy and love ...
May your life be filled with happiness…
And the peace of the snow white dove…

Have A Blessed New Year!

~~ author unknown