Is it too early for Christmas?

Does it seem too early to be talking about Christmas? My first response was yes! It is too early for Christmas trees, decorations and songs for it is only the middle of November and still autumn! However, today, when listening to the radio, the radio station played their first Christmas songs and it was so lovely just to sing along! (It helped that they played my favourite one of course.)

Why am I writing this? We are busy preparing for Christmas here at Unity, as we get ready for the season of Advent.
 
I love switching on the Christmas lights at the end of the month, thinking about presents, cards and such like. I also deeply appreciate the spiritual aspect of Advent. Taking time each day to get quiet and still, reflecting on the important things in life, like family, community, spreading joy and happiness.
 
Yes, it is good to celebrate the uplifting energy of Christmas in whatever way we can: to enjoy the twinkling lights, the decorations and perhaps the party atmosphere of the younger generation.
I believe it is also important to reflect on the deeper meaning of Christmas, finding ways to support those around us who are not able to celebrate in the ways they would wish.
 
Would you like to join us this Advent, with our daily readings focusing on faith, peace, love and joy? It is a beautiful way to feel connected with each other, either by reading and reflecting in your own time, or joining us on Zoom morning or evening, to share the season with our wonderful Unity family. 
 
However you prepare for Christmas, together let us bring the energy of faith, peace, love and joy into our world right where we are. Let us live the spiritual meaning of Christmas.
 
Rev. Kimerie Mapletoft
Director of Silent Unity and Daily Word UK