By Rev. Fr. Joseph Lucas, Christ the Saviour Orthodox Cathedral. “O Christ our God, your Nativity has shone to the world the light of wisdom. For by it, those who worshiped the stars were taught by a star to adore you, the Sun of Righteousness; and to know you, the Morning Star on High. O Lord, glory to you.” (Orthodox Hymn of Christmas).This ancient song, traditionally chanted every Christmas at Orthodox Church services, leads us...

By Rev. Dianne Hudder, Miami Lakes Congregational Church. Miami Lakes Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, 6701 Miami Lakeway South, sends holiday blessings to all who celebrate holy days during the month of December. We invite anyone and everyone to join us as we celebrate Christmas with a candlelight service December 24 at 7 p.m. and Christmas Day at our regular worship time of 10:30 a.m.Remember, “No matter who you are or...

By Rev. Jose Alvarez, Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church. Christmas is one of the most cherished times of the year! Throughout the world people anticipate its celebration with colorful festivities that take on varied expressions in different cultures. It is a time in which the beautiful sounds of carols soothe our ears and hearts. It is a time in which our eyes are mesmerized by delightful decorations and the gleam of twinkling...

By Pastor Al Pino, Palm Vista Community Church. There is a longing deep inside every man and woman to recapture the glory that seems to escape us in this sad and fallen world of sickness, corruption, betrayal, addiction, harsh bosses and broken relationships.Perhaps like no other holiday Christmas captures this longing for glory. This is the time of year when we express our longing for that glory in parties and family gatherings...

By Rev. John Stanton; Church of the Epiphany (Episcopal). Christmas tells us that God is with us. It may be hard to remember in Florida as we decorate our palm trees, but the green of the Christmas trees celebrates life in the bitter cold of winter and the Christmas lights celebrate the presence of God  in our lives. It is a deep truth, not only for Christians, but for all people. God is with us in all we are and all that we do. We...