Hope for the Holidays
by Dave White
If life is getting you down, here's some hope for the holidays - beliefs from the Bible and courage for Christmas! Enjoy these truths, look up these verses and know that no matter how difficult things get, there is always hope in God.
God's Word teaches that hope deferred makes us sick (Proverbs 13:12); not to put your hope in wealth (1 Timothy 6:17); that God has a plan, hope and future for us (Jeremiah 29:11); that God's Word gives us tangible hope (Romans 15:4); that God Himself gives us hope (Psalm 62:5); and how our souls get downcast without God (Psalm 42:5).
We should place our hope in God (Ps.39:7, 65:5, Jer.14:22); in Christ (1 Cor.15:19, 1 Tim.1:1); in His Name (Psalms 52:9, Matt.12:21); in His Resurrection (Acts 23:6); in His return, called our blessed hope (Titus.2:13, Rom.8:24-25); in His Glory (Romans 5:2, Col.1:27); in Eternal Life (Titus 1:2).
Keep hoping, even when you don't like life (Job 13:15) and in the midst of disaster and evil (Jeremiah 17:17).
Hope in God all day long (Psalm 25:5) and in God continually (Psalm 71:14).
Experience hope with us this Christmas! Please join us for Christmas Candlelight on Monday, December 22 at 6pm and 7:30pm and Sunday morning services at 9am and 10:30am.
Dave White is pastor of The Bridge. thebridgescv.com

Celebrate Christmas at Christ Lutheran
by Christ Lutheran Church
Christmas is a special time at Christ Lutheran Church. Life today can be very busy and noisy, if not downright chaotic and confusing. At Christ Lutheran, it is our aim to guide and grow people into paths that are ancient, wise and true. Celebrate with us at one of our Christmas Eve services at 10am, 5pm and 11pm.
Perhaps the best way to get a better feel for what it's like here is to join us for Sunday morning worship at 8am or 10:30am. Nursery care is available at each.
Our Sunday Catechism Hour from 9:15am to 10:15am offers spiritual formation for every age and stage of life. In addition to Sunday School, we have small groups for the whole family, including student ministry and adult Bible studies for men, women and couples. Whether you're exploring churches or looking for a place to call home, see for yourself what makes Christ Lutheran so special.
For more information, log on. clcscv.org

Happy Hanukkah
We Wish All who Celebrate a Warm & Joyous Festival of Light
Hanukkah begins December 14, 2025 at sundown and continues through December 22, 2025.