Last night I enjoyed a blessed special service at my home church, Modesto
Neighborhood. The building (Modesto Christian School gymnasium) was
packed almost to capacity. I tried to capture a few moments with my
camera.
My son, “Pastor Tim”, the music and worship director, led us all in
“Caroling”. While we were singing my cell phone rang. I had
forgotten to put it on “vibrate” mode. It couldn’t be heard over the
singing. I took the call, but just kept on singing… I listened to Ron, my
oldest son’s voice speaking from his home in Felton, CA. Without a word I just held my phone up so he
and his wife could enjoy the singing. Today (Christmas) he called to tell me he and
his Argentinean wife, Elisabet, enjoyed singing along with us. So now Ron suggests
that next year we encourage everyone to bring their cell phones and include
distant family and friends in our worship and message. Novel idea! J
Kids make Christmas-time fun. They sang with all their
might. So cute!
The shepherds did a skit ending with a song and dance.
My grandson, Evan, (left) did a little jig at the end and I caught him
with both feet in the air.
Edessa, a lovely teenage girl expressed her love for Christ with her
beautiful voice.
As the choir sang again, this time my granddaughter, Michelle, played
the keyboard and sang along with them.
And of course the kids reenacted the manger scene and made us all proud.
Pastor Lance Lowell presented the true Christmas message and at least
two people took their first steps toward following Jesus.
With the lights
turned out each of our candles was lit illuminating the sanctuary for “Silent
Night” and the final prayer.
Ralph
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