24Dec 07
It Came Upon a Midnight Clear
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Angels from the Realms of Glory, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Joy to the World, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, It Came Upon a Midnight Clear, and more. What wonderful thoughts come to mind at the sound of these familiar carols! Last evening marked a memorable moment as our entire church fellowship accompanied us on our first time Caroling in our current neighborhood.
The entire day saw much fellowship, joy, discipleship, and ..rain! Starting early Sunday morning rain began to fall. While this did not dampen the high spirits within our home, we did begin to wonder how caroling would work later that evening. Our season of worship together was rich and uplifting, the lunch warm & satisfying, and the fellowship inspiring and God honoring. Yet, the rain continued to fall, even harder as our time to carol drew near. Praise the Lord for those He uses to remind us to pray. Not a few prayers were offered unto the One who controls the weather. God providentially orchestrates our stops and starts. Our response ought to be continually one of contentment and submission. While we all know this, how often do we forget!
Minutes ticked by as the rain dripped down. Before long, coats and boots were put on, cookies gathered, and out the door everyone went. In awe we looked up into a sky where there shown a full, bright moon, twinkling stars, and only a couple light clouds. Not a single drop of rain fell the rest of the evening. “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear,” took on new meaning that night 
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We were amazed by how many said they had just been wondering if people went caroling anymore and that how much we made their day. This gift of time and the responses that followed reminds once again what really counts during the Christmas season: Remembering the birth of our Savior and taking the time to share it with others. Merry Christmas Eve!
For pictures of this event, be sure to visit the Hyne’s web site: www.hynesva.com
For the first time in my life, we had some neighbors come and carol to us this year (even though we are way out in the country)! It truly was a blessing. It’s a ministry too. While caroling earlier this month, we took the opportunity to say “Merry Christmas”, hand out tracks, and, of course, give away some goodies. It was fun to see the different responses in those we caroled to.
Sounds like you have some dedicated neighbors – to drive all the way down windy Buffalo Calf to your house
. I can only recall one time in my life that carolers came by our home. It is indeed a simple way to encourage a long lasting memory for those who we may take for granted or overlook: our neighbors.
WOW! It sounds like a wonderful day. I am so tahnkful that you have such a wonderful group to fellowship with. God is good!