Warm Wishes Rooted in Timeless Virtues
As we enter the holiday season—a time of gathering, giving, and reflection—I invite you to consider three simple yet powerful words: faith, hope, and love. These are more than just words; they’re guiding lights that can help us through this season and every day that follows.
Faith: Trusting Through Uncertainty
Faith is about trust. Whether you’re facing challenges or celebrating joys, faith means believing that things will work out, even when you can’t see how yet. It’s trusting in something bigger than ourselves, and allowing that trust to anchor us when life gets shaky.
Hope: Looking Forward with Confidence
Hope is what keeps us moving forward. It’s looking to the future with confidence, even when times are tough. During the holidays, hope can mean believing that relationships can heal, that good things are possible, and that brighter days are ahead.
Love: The Greatest Gift
And then there’s love. More than a feeling, love is what brings us together and motivates us to care for each other. It’s choosing kindness, giving generously, and reaching out to those around us. Love is considered the greatest of all virtues because it makes everything else meaningful—without love, even our best actions can feel empty.
How They Work Together
Faith gives us the courage to act. Hope helps us endure setbacks and challenges. Love makes our actions worthwhile and beautiful. Together, these virtues help us build a life that’s rich in meaning and connection.
A Light for All Seasons
As we celebrate this holiday season, let’s hold onto faith when things are uncertain, nurture hope in our hearts for a better tomorrow, and above all, let love guide everything we do. These virtues aren’t just for one time of year—they’re gifts that last a lifetime.
Looking Beyond the Holidays
When the decorations are packed away and life returns to its routine, these virtues remain. In tough times and in moments of joy, faith, hope, and love are always there to help us grow, connect, and find meaning.
Wishing you a holiday season filled with faith, hope, and most of all, love. May these gifts light your path now and in the new year ahead.
Happy Holidays!
Minister A Francine Green
December 2025
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