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The end of my world?
By
Linda G. Howard
Okay! I had to do this. But I have more reason to write about December 21, 2012 than most folks. It’s my birthday and it’s a big one. That is, it’s a big number. For many people, my age might even signal the end of the world. However, I don’t intend to go away today.…
The promised peace
By
Linda G. Howard
That night, some shepherds were in the fields nearby watching their sheep. Then an angel of the Lord stood before them. The glory of the Lord was shining around them, and they became very frightened. The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I am bringing you good news that will be a great joy to…
Telling the story of Christmas
By
Linda G. Howard
How do you tell the Christmas story to a group of people who are intellectually disabled? Of course, this is a dilemma no matter where your ministry lies. If you are a parent, can you make the story fresh to your growing brood? If you preach to a congregation of 10,000, what is the method…
Happy Birthday, Jesus!
By
Linda G. Howard
At Special Gathering, which is a ministry within the mentally challenged community, we have several activities to celebrate the birth of the Savior. My favorite is our Happy Birthday, Jesus Party. Our members bring food. There is a birthday cake. We feast, sing “Happy Birthday” and retell the story of the birth of God’s son.…
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