Welcome to our last issue of Parish Pump for 2025!
The message of Christmas is just as real for us today as it was 2000 years ago, and it still brings us hope and joy for our long-term future.
Emmanuel has come, the Prince of Peace, the Son of Righteousness. God IS with us. And HIS kingdom will have no end.
Your church can still witness to that in your neighbourhood this Christmas. Perhaps you show compassion by giving to foodbanks, or perhaps you witness through outdoor Christmas carol singing. You can witness to the love of God even by simply showing some kindness and love to your neighbours.
And your church magazine is more important than ever – especially if you can get them out into your community. They are probably the ONLY Christian literature any of your non-Christian neighbours will even see this Christmas. If you don’t remind them of the true Christmas message this year, who will?
So – with that in mind, we have a vast array of Christmas-themed material for you this month – please use all that you like, and rejoice in the love of a God who sends His only Son to be our Saviour. Peace on earth, goodwill towards men!
Christmas greetings from Anne Coomes and the Parish Pump Team