You may have noticed that the Christmas tree in the Welcome Center outside of the sanctuary (by door #1) does not have any ornaments on it. This is our Epiphany Tree.

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Epiphany is the day Christians remember the coming of the Magi to visit Jesus, bringing their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. It occurs on January 6th every year and marks the end of the Christmas season. The word "epiphany," from the Greek word epiphania, means appearance or manifestation. The arrival of these visitors was a sign that the incarnation of God in Christ had been made known and was recognized by the heavens to the whole world, so that even Gentile wise men from the East came to pay him homage. This is an observance of great majesty, solemnity, and awe.

 

Just as the Magi brought gifts to Jesus, we invite you to bring a gift for a baby or toddler. You can place these donations (unwrapped) in the box under the Epiphany Tree. We will collect baby and toddler gifts throughout Advent and Christmastide, all the way up to Epiphany Sunday. In January, we will donate the gifted items to local charities that support children. 

 

In this season of giving, we also invite you to bring an ornament from home to hang on this Epiphany Tree so that it has a little bit of each of us. Donate one that has meaning to you and your family - maybe one that you make together this year especially for this tree - and be a part of decking our church halls with the joy of Christmas!

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If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Molly Johnson.