Embossed Foil Ornaments Every December, my heart goes back to the song Joy to the World : “Joy to the world, the Lord has come. Let earth receive her King. Let every heart prepare Him room.” These few sentences carry the whole message of Christmas. Room for Jesus. Room for His presence. Room for joy that doesn’t depend on circumstances. Room for light that breaks through the noise. But making room does not happen by accident, especially not in December. We hurry. We multitas

At GATHER, our monthly gathering, we follow a steady rhythm of spiritual practices that help us slow down, meet with God, and make space for His transforming presence. Each month, we make room to breathe, reflect, and experience God through practices that awaken our hearts and quiet our souls. make space to slow down, breathe, and meet with God through a variety of spiritual practices. Each of us connects with God in different ways. Some of us feel closest to Him through wors

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