Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Work

Back in October I was thinking about work and the garden and the way the Lord meant things to be. This week I have been thinking about paid employment. Not a day goes
by without hearing on the news about layoffs, plant closings, business bankruptcies, and so on. I have always been thankful for my nursing career and the flexibility and security of my job. I haven't heard of any friends or relatives losing jobs lately, but in this economy it wouldn't surprise me.
I am always sad to hear about job loses right before the holidays, and wonder about the effect an families at Christmas. Perhaps this year we will be more aware of the true meaning of Christmas, instead of the material aspects.
As the congregational meeting is tonight I think about what the Church, and we as Christians, can do to help those around us celebrate Christmas appropriately.
Reminder: This is the season for lamp oil--Keep it Away from Children
Shalom
Carol

3 comments:

Kristine Lynn said...

She's back...and thanks for the reminder of lamp oil as I plan to use it this year and am having my grands here!

jane said...

Is that a picture of the bittersweet on your neighbor's porch????? love it!

BookwormRN said...

Yes, Jane. It is my neighbors bittersweet