Advent gives us the time to reflect and prepare ourselves to receive anew the gifts of hope, peace and joy that we celebrate at Christmas. The good news of Jesus is for all, and from the very start, the upside-down nature of His kingdom is made very clear to us. The first to be invited to meet the King of Kings was a group of ragtag shepherds. Follow along with our advent series as we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Saviour.
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