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An Advent Prayer by Maria Kane We have hung stockings, mailed cards, and decorated the tree,but our hearts remain restless for your coming. We hear the voice of your prophet, O, Lord: Cry out! Prepare the way!How, God, do we prepare for the birth of a king, the Prince of Peace?Do we bow at his feet? Do we hide our faces in the presence of such glory? In a world searching for easy answers and quick fixes, remind us of…

“For to us a child is born,    to us a son is given,    and the government will be on his shoulders.And he will be called    Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,    Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:2 (New International Version) Begin praying for who you will ask to join you at one of the two Ashworth Christmas Eve services at 4:30 PM and 6 PM.

If we aren’t careful, Christmas becomes a frantic mess leaving you feeling cheated and unable to enjoy the holiday. Here are some ideas to help you create space to actually enjoy Christmas this year. Make a fun Christmas appointment. Do at least one fun Christmasy thing. Go skating outdoors at the Brenton Skating Plaza. Drive through Jolly Holiday Lights. Tour the Salisbury House. And of course, spend an evening watching the Ashworth Church Celebration of Lights from 5-9 PM. Enjoy…