Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Final Christmas Trees and Traditions/stories blog for this Christmas Season....

"Such a fun thing seeing all of these trees from all over the world! Thank you for all you do at Pure Joy International!! Merry Christmas to all from Manila (Capital of the Philippines). The conference in KL has changed my life and I still bring up things learned in conversation all the time. God bless you all for your faithful service. Here's our tree and some beautiful trees around Manila. And a nativity made from electrical wiring at the electric company! Manila is decked out for the holidays from September to January. It's really a fun place to be for the holidays!"  Nikki

Our tree
Manilla

Manilla
Nativity made from electrical wiring

Hi! Here is our little tree in Tansen Nepal. Merry Christmas!
 Debbie

"As I was traveling from NC to TX several days ago, I stayed with a friend of mine in GA.  Jenny had this intentional, thoughtful Christmas tree displayed in her living room.
The tree is shaped both as a cross and also as a triangle to symbolize the Godhead. On the cross structure are significant symbols of the Messiah's coming: a manger, an icthus fish, star of David, Water of Life, Bread of Life, crown, Word, etc." Robin
 
"My Christmas tradition for my Awana workers??" Debbie G.
That last picture makes me want to be an Awana worker at that their church! Ha, Ha, Ha
 
This wraps our Christmas Trees and Tradition/Stories for the Holidays. I pray for each and every one of you that you will have a sweet time of Celebrating the Birth of our Savior this Christmas Sunday. As I have said before, Christmas is a bitter sweet time for many. We are celebrating our Savior's coming in to this World. John 3:16. But, we are also mindful of those that have passed away and are not celebrating with us for the first time, and/or those that cannot get back home for Christmas due to distance, military service, etc. Also, many families are fragmented and in conflict with one another. Whatever is the bitter part for you (if there is one) this year, please remember, He cares for you and His eye is on you. Our Father is clear in His Word, He will never forsake us no matter how we “feel”. The truth is He is right there with us in all things good, hard, and bad. Look up my dear ones and See the God of this Universe. He Loves You with an Unending LOVE!

Exciting update on Central Europe trip... Registration opened yesterday. We have 10 missionary women signed up with 7 of those being sponsored as of today (Wednesday). Thank you for your giving towards these frontline soldiers. So much they are up against that can never be shared. Pray for them weekly please. If you watch the news you know things are dangerous for them in that part of the world right now. You don’t have to know their name because HE does! But please do lift them up and that the word continues to get out to all the women God would have be in attendance, come February. Again, here is the link to donate towards the Central Europe trip. http://www.purejoyinternational.org/support

The Board, Staff and Advisors of Pure Joy International Wish You and Yours ......
 

His,
Vickie
 
 
 
 
 

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