GAINESVILLE, Florida--The Gainesville congregation joined with Westminster Presbyterian to celebrate the remembrance of the joyous first coming of our Lord Jesus Christ at a Christmas eve service.
Ken Smylie, WCG pastor, shared the Christmas message with Glen Dickenson. The title of the split message was Keeping a Clear Focus. Both emphasized the importance of keeping Christ the center of the seasonal celebration.
Mr. Smylie shared his and the WCG's journey from the old covenant to the new covenant. He pointed out that not having celebrated Christmas for the last 30 years and now being free in Christ to celebrate it, gave him a profound sense of joy and release to join the larger Christian family and be glad in the remembrance of Jesus' first coming.
The 200 in attendance sang traditional Christmas songs and ended service with singing "Silent Night."
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