Merry Christmas: Thanks for Joining the Advent Retreat and Details on the Fast in January 2026

Hello Friend, Merry Christmas! I extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you for accepting the invitation to come away and be with Jesus, finding rest and enjoying times of refreshing, recalibrating, refocusing, and refueling. Our 25 days in the "Awakening of the Heart in Advent" were a wonderful time of dedication and consecration to the Lord. It was a beautiful opportunity for spiritual renewal, helping us deepen our faith and connection to Christ during this special season.Let us pray, Mighty God, on this Christmas Day, we pause to celebrate your immeasurable goodness and the precious gift of your Son, Jesus Christ. May this day be filled with meaningful moments and connections, reminding us of the light and hope that Christ brings to our lives. For those who may be feeling alone, or unwell, or unable to join in the celebrations, we lift them to you, Lord. Surround them and us with your compassionate presence and fill us all with the warmth of your love. As we cherish this day, may the spirit of Christmas continue to inspire us. Help us to embody love and compassion, sharing the hope of Jesus with those around us. Thank you, Papa God, for your boundless grace. AmenNow, friend, I want to remind you that we begin each January with our annual 21 days of consecration and prayer, including fasting, which we call "The F(e)ast." This starts on Sunday, January 4, 2026. To kick off this meaningful spiritual time of consecrating the new year together, we will gather for a special session of prayer, consecration, and vision casting on the first Friday of the new year, January 2nd, at 4 PM ET. This gathering will precede our annual dedication as we commit the year 2026 to Jesus. I encourage everyone to join us as we prepare our hearts for next year to be a transformative experience. Love you all. God bless.