"Coming Home"

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As you know, it's Homecoming Week here at George Mason.  Join us Wednesday night for worship at 7:47 pm in Johnson Center Room F as we consider how our awesome God continues to welcome us into God's family.

Thursday, February 2, isn't just for Groundhogs!  It's also the day the church celebrates the Presentation of Jesus at the temple 40 days following his birth, in accordance with Jewish custom.  According to the gospel of Luke (see chapter 2, verses 22-40) on this occasion, the man Simeon was "guided by the Spirit" to the temple to see Jesus, the Messiah.  He offered his praises to God with the words we know as the Nunc Dimittis:
     "Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace,
   according to your word;
      for my eyes have seen your salvation,
         which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples,
      a light for revelation to the Gentiles
    and for glory to your people Israel."

Luke also tells us that on that same occasion, Jesus was also revealed to be the Messiah to the 84-year old prophet Anna, who also offered her praises to God.

This day is celebrated in some traditions as Candlemas, when candles for use in the home are often brought to worship to be blessed for the year.



Remember, this is your campus ministry; we welcome your ideas, conversations, and your presence!  Let me know how I can serve you!

Pastor Terry Hannon
Campus Minister
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