It's hard to believe that December is about to begin...partly because it's not cold out, nor is there any possibility of snow but also, the calendar is about to change :) I do have to say though that in the last 2 or 3 weeks, the rain has begun - not on a regular basis but you can tell that the rainy season (which is summer here) is around the corner. It's quite exciting...I even had to wear pants and a light jacket yesterday because it was chilly. Of course, by mid afternoon, it was hot but still, the season is changing.
I went to the english service at Calama Baptist yesterday and we celebrated the first Sunday of Advent. I have to admit that even though I'm excited about Christmas, I'm finding it a bit hard to think about decorating and baking, etc. because it simply does not feel like the Christmas season is here. It's not that there isn't a difference in the stores; there is. All the trappings are now available to buy but it's just not quite the same for this Canadian. I do love the fact that Christmas is not quite so commercialized here but there's still way too much "stuff".
The topic of yesterday's message was hope with one part being how we are part of God's plan for justice (check out Mary's Song in Luke 1:46-55). I'm praying that through the advent services, talks with friends, the music, etc., I'll feel that excitement and joy for this season but that I won't get caught up in the negative aspects that can so easily suck one in.
Another part of a change that could be coming is the national election that will be occurring this coming Sunday. Bolivians will be voting for their President...all traffic shuts down for the day as they take to the polls. I don't know what will happen but I'm praying that it will be a peaceful process and the aftermath as well.
As I finish this, the question that comes to mind is: what can we all learn and be challenged by during this Advent Season?
'til next time,
rebecca
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