I read a fascinating article this morning, written by a Rabbi, who started by saying, "I love the Christmas season." This sentence caught my attention.
His reason? He senses that people are generally in a better mood, a bit kinder, more outgoing, and more likely to smile at Christmas time! He believes that the majority of the Christian population in America catches what many have called, the spirit of Christmas.
He knows that, just like in his community on different holi-days, some Christians only attend worship at Christmas. But, rather than begrudge that fact, he believes it shows a yearning to connect.
I like these observations.
I hope that each of us will be drawn to worship during these twelve days of Christmas. I hope we experience the joy of community in song, thanksgiving, prayer and praise.
Enjoy the wonder of the season and may the spirit of Christmas be alive throughout 2011.
