My parents sent out Christmas letters to friends and relatives as long as I can remember.
They were not only happy holiday greetings, they were also a summary of their year’s activities.
There were others who did the same. We eagerly looked forward to getting the mail every day, hoping to have heard from someone else.
It was our way of saying, “No matter how many years it has been since we have seen each other, no matter how far apart we live, no matter how different our opinions and life experiences are, we still think of you, pray for you and wish you well. We are still connected!”
In this world of hyper connectivity and parallel living, we are often disconnected.
We sit next to people in public places like church, sports events and concerts. We feel connected for the shared experience, but when it is over, we are more disconnected than ever.
We wave to neighbors and say “call me if you need me.” But we never visit inside our homes on a regular basis. Most of us have no idea what happens in anyone else’s day.
Sadly some may not even have the desire to connect or even know how.
But Jay and I still want to stay connected. I picked up my parents’ Christmas letter tradition and we are getting ready to send out our 48th edition.
I will be posting it too. We have snail mail addresses for many, but not all.
If you are a reader of my blog and we have never met, we are still connected because you kindly let my words into your space. I am happy to meet you this way.
I invite you to take some time to reflect on all those who have touched your life.
Thank God for whatever He brought you through them. Ask Him if it is time to reconnect and how He would like you to do that.
You can begin by simply praying for them. God is The Great Connector!
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.
John 17:34
