Advent - HOPE | November 30, 2025

Most likely you are reading this on Black Friday. Don’t get run over chasing shopping deals. Our family is visiting my wife’s family in the United States this American Thanksgiving week. Many from Lori’s family are not just gathering to celebrate the holiday, but also to spend some time with our family matriarch, Lori’s mom. Mom Henry is a very godly woman who has overcome a lot in her life and is now battling Parkinson’s. Earlier this year there was some doubt that we would get to have Thanksgiving with her this year as we are told that soon she will be going to heaven to see her Lord and Saviour Jesus. But God! Mom Henry has always looked forward to the next family gathering since her children and their families are spread throughout North America serving the Lord. Part of what drives Mom Henry is hope. That is true for all of us. This is why this week our Advent season begins with a focus on hope. Pastor Steve will point us to Christ, the true giver of hope. May you find hope in Christ this season!