Christmas Message from State Rep-Elect James White

By James White 2010 This photo was taken on July 14, 2010 All rights reserved.

Christmas is a time to reflect on the things that really matter to us. Our faith in God, pleasure in spending time with family and friends, and the strength we enjoy from the bravery and sacrifice of those serving overseas – Christmas reminds us in a powerful way. It’s also appropriate that we remember the needs that exist in our community. Although we all have struggles in life, the Christmas Season teaches us the value of spending time and energy to help a friend or a neighbor in need. East Texans have always led with a giving spirit and certainly it is that spirit of giving that makes our area one of the finest in the country. So as you are out finishing up your shopping, attending holiday parties and candle light Christmas Eve services, take a moment to place a little extra in the red kettle, or pass on an extra twenty to the single mom in your neighborhood or make an extra offering when the plate is passed.

The very essence of Christmas is captured in the spirit of giving. As God sent his Son to be born in a stable as an offering to us, a sacrifice of God’s hope and love, it reminds us that the spirit of Christmas can be found in the humblest places.

May your holidays be blessed with joy and your new year filled with peace, hope and prosperity. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and God bless East Texas!

TEXT CREDIT: James White for East Texas