I am re-posting this message here – my Christmas message at our AFCC (Apostles Filipino Catholic Community) site
A BLESSED CHRISTMAS TO ONE AND ALL!
An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. today in the town of David, a savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger”. Luke 2: 9-12
What fitting way to describe the coming of our Savior in these verses from Luke. For the past several days, since the start of the Advent season, we have prepared for Christ’s coming. Just like a family with a very important guest, we are excited about it. Christmas has been and always will be an awaited season in our lives. More than anything, Christmas is about families. Christmas is about friendship. Christmas is about forgiveness and repentance. Christmas is about reaching out and inspiring others. Christmas is about sharing. But to sum it all up, Christmas is about Love – Jesus’ great love for all of us. I found these very inspiring meaning of what Christmas truly means and I quote:
“C is for Christ who came as a babe…living He loved me, dying He saved me, buried He carried my sins far away, rising He justified freely forever … One day he’s coming, Oh glorious day!
H is for hope of eternal life, which God, who does not lie, promised before the beginning of time (Titus 1:2)
R is for righteousness that has been revealed by God, that is by faith from first to last. (Romans 1:17)
I is for Immanuel (God with us-John 1)
S is for shepherds of whom Jesus Christ is the Chief Shepherd…the Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. (Psalm 23)
T is for the treasures of wisdom and knowledge that are hidden in Christ. (Colossians 2:3)
M is for magi who came to worship Jesus for He is truly worthy. (Matthew 2)
A is for angels who sang, “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests.” (Luke 2:14)
S is for the star that led to the bright Morning Star…Jesus Himself. (Revelation 22:16)”
It’s been almost four months now since the day I was appointed admin of AFCC (and I thank Fr. Louie for the trust) and I must admit these are the happiest months so far, interacting with all of you, posting comments, videos, reflections, inspirational links, Daily Gospel readings, quotes, and occasional blogs from my personal site. It is a continuous learning curve for me and a journey that goes beyond the ordinary. I am inspired to share what little I know of what makes one closer to God. And believe me, I am also learning a lot from all of you!
My wish for you this Christmas is this, may the blessings of the Lord ‘s birth be with you on Christmas Day and throughout your lifetime. Maligayang Pasko po sa inyong lahat! Ihanda natin ang ating sarili sa pagtanggap sa Kanya. Let’s make room for Jesus in our lives.
Arlene
Dreams And Escapes 
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