I Choose the Noisy Christmas!
We did not hold Christmas Eve services in our small church. Instead, members of our congregation were encouraged to attend Christmas Eve services in other churches around the community. A few years ago, as I read through the church listings for times and places for Christmas Eve services, I came across the following notice: “_______ Church will hold two Christmas Eve services on December 24 in the sanctuary. 5:00 P.M. ——-Children’s Christmas Pageant 9:00 P.M. ——-Candle Light Service and Chorale (Note: Be aware that due to the number of small children present, the 5:00 P.M. service may be noisy and chaotic. If you are looking for quiet contemplation, you may want to choose the 9:00 P.M. service.)” I burst out laughing when I read the note. Oh yes! What wonderful wild Christmas pageants we had at the church in the town where our sons grew up! As a Sunday school…