On The Table

And just like that - tomorrow is the first day of December, if you can believe it!

Advent is upon us, a time when we do our best to push back against the tidal waves of the holiday season and take some time to still our hearts before God, preparing for the coming weeks of anticipation of the celebration of Jesus birth. At this time of year when we are bombarded with commercialism --when Santa Claus can be found in the mall the day after Halloween, and sales and decorations are put up in the frenzy that proceeds the Christmas gift-giving season, it can be difficult to center ourselves and to focus our thoughts on the longing and anticipation for our world to be "righted," of watching keenly for the redemption that God seeks to partner with us in.

Where do you find yourself this year? Are you surprised that we are back at this place again so soon, of holiday gatherings with family and friends? Are you already tired of the constant barrage of commercialization coming your way? Are you anticipating the flurry of excitement and the holiday work parties ;-) ?? Are you longing to be centered and in a right place of mind as we enter this season of advent?

Come out this Sunday to Jammin' Java (10am, or come at 9:30 to join us for open worship music), where Jen and I will lead a discussion about our wants and needs in light of our own personal experiences in situations that challenged our understanding of just what our wants and need really are.

Hope to see you on Sunday!
Jackie
Weekend of Dec 11/12 - we will be at JJ for an Advent service
Weekend of Dec 18/19 Service worship Dec 18th, Christmas party Dec 19th - no Jammin' Java* (see note below)
Weekend of Dec 25/26 - We will not be at Jammin' Java

*On Saturday, December 18th, we will once again join with Reston Interfaith for a toy drive. Stay tuned for more details! The very next day will be our much anticipated Common Table Christmas party. The party will take place at the Fairfax Railroad Museum , located in Fairfax Station from 4-8 pm. Craig Frogale has agreed to pump up the party this year, so look for updates from him soon!