January 2, 2019

Dear Church of the Apostles,

This Sunday begins the season of Epiphany on the Church Calendar.

During Epiphany we celebrate the events in Christ’s early life that revealed his divine nature to those around him. In a larger sense, this feast reminds us that the Incarnation involves the announcement of salvation to “all nations.” The Good News is not for a privileged group but for everyone everywhere.

One tradition for the Epiphany season is for families to gather and ask God’s blessing. It is an invitation for Jesus to be a daily guest in our home, our comings and goings, our conversations, our work and play, our joys and sorrows.

In addition to a house blessing many chalk the doorway to signify God’s blessing on all who visit and live in the home and to welcome everyone into the salvation God offers through the Incarnation of Jesus.

I would be honored to come and pray a house blessing throughout your home during the Epiphany Season (January 6 - March 5) and, if you like, chalk your doorway. Simply contact Jane Jackson at the church office and schedule a time, including evenings and weekends, for me to come enjoy this time with you. 

Peace and Hope,
Brian+