As the year fades, I look back with some gladness and with some sadness.
I see the broken dreams, splintered hopes and wearisome sorrows of many folk.
As the Christmas season continues I give thanks for families trying to be family despite all that’s happened.
I rejoice for people’s generosity of giving and the delight of receiving.
As the dawn of a new year approaches I offer my hopes and prayers to the One who is able to do far more than we can imagine.
May your new year be blessed.