"Then an angel of the Lord stood before [the shepherds], and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for see---I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people.” St. Luke 2:9-10
It's the message of the angel that is meant to grab our attention, not the angel’s appearance. This message is first given not to kings and rulers and the haves, but to outcasts, the vulnerable, rejected, depressed, and others considered to be even unworthy of life, as symbolized by the shepherds. The message is this: that you, whoever you are, whatever your circumstances, are noticed by God, beloved by God, and blessed by God.
The single angel was followed by a heavenly chorus, proclaiming that God favors all, and God wishes nothing but peace---shalom---wholeness, completeness, safety and harmony, to the entire earth. This is a message which has lasting power, and it is Beautiful Savior’s ardent wish that you take into your heart the message and meaning of the Birth of the Christ Child.
Worship will include open communion for everyone and candlelight (or glow sticks).
Join us in-person at 3:30pm, on Facebook Live at Beautifulsaviortucson, and on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89447751411 Meeting ID: 894 4775 1411 and Passcode: 050676
Join us in-person at 7:00pm, on Facebook Live at Beautifulsaviortucson, and on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87073369735 Meeting ID: 870 7336 9735 and Passcode: 433594