cause: in Bethlehem, Micah 5:2. born, Isaiah 7:14. hat Christmas Mean To Me First, the Bible is the inspired, inerrant, infallible Word of God, be- God, 4,000 years before Christ’s birth promised a Saviour, Genesis . 700 years before Christ’s birth said the Saviour was to be born God, 740 years before Christ’s birth said the Saviour was to be virgin Second, God is true to his word, because: God provided the Saviour, in the person of Jesus Christ, John 3:16, “God so loved the world that He sent His only begotten son.” From John 3:36, “He that believeth on Him hath everlasting life. Rev. Russell W. Edmondson Shavertown Bible Church On the Western side of the wall there were gay decorations, and from the streets and byways one ~ was able to hear the merry laughter of excited children. One could find himself encompassed by an air of good feeling. The bells of the ~ churches rang out fearlessly and defiantly while the congregations ~ gathered for the midnight Christ- ~ mas services. The Eastern side however, was ~ gloomy and desolate and Nick and ~ his grandfather hurried home from their evening walk. Although sepa- rated from their loved ones and ~ confined in a godless country they "were at least consoled by the fact that the ones they cherished were safe in West Berlin. Perhaps this re- ~ placed their Christmas tree, gifts and joyous celebration and made it possible for this holiday to be ndured. Nicky thought of the night that is parents and his sister had es- zaped. Since only three were per- mitted to leave by way of the secret tunnel, it was decided thathe, being the elder of the two children, would tay and help his grandfather until the next time the men would send or more people toleave. Now as he at by the kitchen fire, Nick knew that this was his fondest wish. He rayed that the men would come oon and tell them they could join their family. ~ Suddenly there was a knock on the door and Nick’s grandfather vent to answer. As if by some kind ~ of vision Nick knew who it was. Surely the God who was forbidden and scorned by the Communists A Christmas Story had heard his prayer. A miracle had happened because now Nick and his grandfather would be on the other side of the wall within an hour! The Christmas which had be- gun so gloomily had become the most wonderful day of his life. May- be they could all attend an early morning service together and then surely would this Christmas be per- fect! — Pat Kanasky Christmas Draws Near The sky is black, The birds are gone The cold winds blow Snow’s coming on. The trees are bare The air is cold And all the earth Looks still and old. But then the snow So cold and clear, Signifies Christmas Will soon be here. by Janet Kelley 10-5 Dallas Senior High Meaning of Christmas Christmas Eve was the day that Jesus was born. The gifts are not big or great or tall. Our Love will bring them to our Jesus Dear. by Katherine McDowell 2-201 Gate of Heaven Christ Is Christmas What Christmas means to me is not the giving of gifts nor even the getting of gifts. It is not the glamor of the tinsel and the gaily decorated tree, the beautiful home and church decorations, the exchange of greet- ing cards nor the singing of well- loved carols. These merely point to the real meaning of Christmas and its effect upon men. What Christmas means to me is the giving to me of the Gift, themost precious of gifts, the fulfillment of the promise of God, the Gift of our Lord Jesus Christ, and through Him the gift of eternal life. “For when the time had fully come, God sent forth His Son, born of a wo- man, born under the law, to re deem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adop- tion as sons.” “For God so loved theworld that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have ever- lasting life.”’ Does Christmas mean this to you? by Rev. Frederic Eidam St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Christmas is Glorious Christmas is a glorious and joy- ful time of the year. Itisalsoan ex- tremely busy time for all of us. We are all occupied with a good many thoughts and activities. There are presents to buy. There are the Christmas cards to address and mail. There are the decorations to plan. And it is easy to become so engrossed with these matters that we forget why we are doing them. We give gifts because God first gave us a gift — the gift of His only Son. Certainly, the Christmas sea- son should be a time when the rea- son for it is not forgotten. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us.”’ Herein is thereasonfor Christmas. As we give and receive gifts this Christmas, may we remember God’s Gift, and may our gift to Him be the same gift which the shepherds gave— "And they re- turned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen.” Rev. John S. Prater Prince of Peace Episcopal ‘Wrap Your Christmas Angel in Fur | 2 A by 2 3 CLIP-THIS COUPON N N 8 A Us Nt COUPON | S&H GREEN STAMPS In Addition Cash Purchase of COUPON Globe Store worth 100 Extra to Regular Stamps on $5.50 or more. THRU WED. DEC. 18 pf AR Ja 7 § & A By — % — FREE GIFT WRAPPING * Dressy ! * Fashionable ! * Quality orlon! FJ Black - Beige or white orlon; kitten ; Z soft and long wearing — lined and er i trimmed with contrasting fur shawl collars. Black with Black; Brown with 7 Beige; White with White. $12.99 and $19.99 Other Sweaters Fur Shawl Collar! Sizes 36 to 46 $3.99 to $12.99 OPEN EVERY NIGHT UNTIL CHRISTMAS PLENTY OF PARKING IN REAR This Can B THE DALLAS POST — THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1963 e Christmas Once again theseason of Christmas is herefor our enjoyment and hap- piness or to be a burden and void of joyfulness. Which it shall be de- pends upon our personal attitude and what we do. This Christmas will beno dif- ferent than those in the past with its decorations, gifts, parties, with its greeting cards and letters; with carol singing, church services, pag- Strange Journey “Who can these fine looking men be, who ride so proudly upon the backs of such strange animals?” wondered eight year old Rachael, as she made herway home from the well. She was still thinking of this when she arrived home. Telling her moth- er what she had seen, Rachael asked its meaning. “It is they whom the people call the ‘Wise Men’, replied her mother. “It is said they come out of the east following the star which has been in the sky both day and night.” “And what meaning do they give this Star.” “They say it is to proclaim the birth of a child who is born to be our Savior, sent from God.” Oh! my mother, can we not go and see him?” Rachael begged. “I’m needed here, Rachael, and could not make such a journey.” No more was said aboutthis, but it did not leave Rachael’s thoughts. That night she couldn’t sleep. Aris- ing from her bed, she went to the window. As soon as she looked at the Star, she knew what she must do. She dressed quickly and crept quiet- ly out of the house. Once in the street she set off inthe direction ofthe star with greathaste. Rachael paid little heed to sleeping and eating. She slept only when she fell and could not go farther, and she ate only if she came upon some berries on her way. She gave no thought to the people, to the bitter cold, or to whether it was day or night. After a week oftraveling, Rachael came to a town, The Star no longer moved onward, but rather stood still. She wandered through the streets until she noticed the three strange animals of the ‘Wise Men’ standing outside a stable. At last Rachaels journey had ended. She crept to the door, and looking in, she saw the ‘Wise Men’ kneeling before a beautiful woman who held a lovely child. There seemed to be a glow encircling both. Rachael had done what she set out to do. But now all the strength that had kept her going, left her. Crying out, she fell to the ground. When she had opened her eyes she found herself lying inthe corner of the stable, with a gentle looking man bending over her. Rachaels hand closed around some straw on which she lay and she closed her eyes once more, never moreto open them again. In her San Francisco home Mrs. Jamerson had just finished trim- ming the Christmas tree when she heard a cry. She ran to her daugh- ter’s room. When she looked ather daughter she screamed and fainted. There lay little Rachael Jamerson, dead, with a smile on her lips, and her hand closed around a clump of fresh straw. — Rosetta Clarke eants, shepherds and wise men, with the thoughtfulness in sharing with others and the gathering of families from far and near. This can be Christmas if we do not lose sight of the Christ who made all this possible by reawak- ening within us God’s plan as a means of strengthening our faith, brightening our hopes and casting our fears. This can be Christmas in the Spirit of Christ. by Rev. Russell C. Lawry Dallas Methodist Church Celebrating Christmas How I love Christmas! The bells always ring. People all dance and Children all sing; People are jolly, merry, and gay. The North wind blows, And seems to say. Merry Christmas! by Toni Paula Cybul 5-B Lehman Elementary Mrs. Santa’s Journey It’s the day before Christmas And Santa’s in bed. A cold in his chest Has gone to his head. The toys are all ready And stowed in his sack From this night’s journey They will not come back The reindeer glisten From halter to hoof Prepared for their journey From rooftop to roof The sleigh is a’ shining, The elves are kept busy, And poor Mrs. Santa Is thrown in a tissy. The little red suit Is ironed and pressed — Tonight is the night — It can’t be a mess! The toys are all ready; The sleigh is at hand; And poor, sick old Santa Is much in demand. But from his room Is heard not a peep Dear and lived Santa Is still fast asleep Then Mrs. Santa, Donning the suit, Climbs in the sleigh And gets ready to scoot From rooftop to rooftop And down chimneys, too. Mrs. Santa leaves gifts For me and for you. When you see that driver So lively and quick, Think not of dear Santa — He’s no longer sick. But think of his wife Who's lying in bed For now it is she With a cold in the head. by Todd Richards 10-5 Dallas Senior High CBS-TV =" THE DANNY KAYE 8 "STRAUSER'S LINOLEUM & TILE CENTER HOW mstron PAVENTI “ne 186 Main Street Luzerne, Penna. 18709
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