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Show December 19. 2003 - The Eureka Reporter - Page Five Beyond, Thy Handmaiden She looked down upon her son. He seemed so was so beautiful, and small, every feature perfectly formed just as she knew it would be. Here was the ture of the world, a King, a Savior yet so tiny! Her thoughts went back through the past year and she THANK YOU! Thanks to all the community for supporting the Life Skills Class in donating items to the United Way for "Kids Cause," an organization that helps children and families in crisis. recalled vividly the visit of the angel Gabriel, who told her of the coming of this child. At first, she could not comprehend his message, but as the angel talked and told her of the child she would bear, she knew she had been chosen by God to bring forth His son, Jesus. She looked at the baby, a tear dropping gently on her check, knowing in her mother's heart that this infant, in his life, would face many trials. She knelt in prayer, talking to the Father, and renewed her promise, "Behold, I am Bretton Brewer, Emily Carter, Kendra Fields, Erica Hiskey, and Jyll Okelberry ABC ger where her infant slept. JoBethlehem to pay their taxes. seph quietly spoke, "Do you The innkeeper had seen hear music? The choir of the disappointment on Heaven is welcoming the Joseph's face, walked to the babe." As they listened they door and called ;him back. "You may stay in the stable heard the angels sing, "Glory to the Newborn King." Mary nearby. It will offer you comfort and a night's rest." For leaned over the manager, this Mary was grateful for picked up her son and holdshe knew she could go no fur- ing him close to her, gave thanks for this child who was ther. And now, looking at this to be a King of Kings! But Christ Child, her heart was for now, this precious fleetfilled with joy and thanksgiv- ing moment, he was her son ing. She looked and saw a and she was a woman who brilliant light coming through shared that special love that the door of the barn, casting can only exist between a mother and child. its bright rays onto the man handmaiden." Her thoughts returned to the events of these past months. Joseph, her new Thanks to you all!! the people had traveled to hus- band, loved her dearly and had accepted what had happened to his Mary. He knew her, trusted her and believed in her. He had shown her great care and attention, married her as they had planned and shared this miracle with her. The ride to Bethlehem had been tiring and Mary had feared she might lose the baby. They rested often along the way, Joseph giving her courage to endure the long trip. "Be calm, my dear one, we'll soon reach the inn." Oh, how her body ached and it seemed even worse, unbearable, when Joseph told her the innkeeper had said there was no more rooms! Many PEACE A Joy Wisdom ISHING YOU Gifted season wishing you all the blessings of this holy season. Your friendship has been the greatest gift of all. thanks for all your supporti Tintic Lodge BPOE Best wishes to you and yours for a harmonious holiday season. We thank you for making this year a noteworthy one for us. ' Eureka United Methodist Church Signs of the season are oil over town, ond we'd like to thank you for coming around! Rev. Michael Heart, West Juab Senior Citizens Pastor and Congregation Grace Conder, President . |