From the Pulpit…

Binding fears that bind us It might seem strange writing about Christmas in May, but some of the fears faced that first Christmas can give insight as to how we can defeat some of the fears that bind us and hold us back today. Four times Christmas angels told individuals, “Don’t be afraid!” when they were facing fears that could have stymied them. Zechariah, the father of John the Baptist, faced the fear of disappointment, but the angel said to him, “Do not be afraid. Your prayer has