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“The Holy Family in Egypt: God’s Guidance Through Fear and Flight"
Even after the angels have sung and the shepherds have gone home, the story of Christmas isn’t over. This Sunday’s Scripture (Matthew 2:13–23) reminds us that the first Christmas didn’t end in a stable - it carried the Holy Family into a journey of danger and uncertainty. Joseph, Mary, and the baby Jesus had to flee to Egypt to escape Herod’s deadly plan.
This Sunday, we’ll explore how God’s protection, guidance, and faithfulness show up in the midst of fear, upheaval, and life’s unexpected detours. We’ll reflect on Joseph’s courage to follow God’s guidance, Mary’s trust, and the vulnerability of the child Jesus, remembering that God’s care is present with all who find themselves in exile, transition, or peril.
Even as we move beyond Christmas Day, the season continues through Epiphany. It’s a reminder that Christmas isn’t just a story from long ago - it’s a living reality. God is present now, guiding us through the unknown and calling us to bear witness to God’s love and faithfulness in a world that often feels fragile and uncertain.