A Christmas Greeting from Warren Truss
19th December, 2013
Christmas is a special time of the year for families and friends, as they join together to celebrate the year that has passed and begin to contemplate the year ahead.It is easy for to become distracted by the attractive lights, gifts and trappings of the holiday season, and to forget the true reason for our festivity.
Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, whose love brought salvation and the message of peace and goodwill to all.
To take Christ out of Christmas, or Christmas out of the holidays, is to detract from the significance of the season, and its special meaning and purpose.
Christmas is also about reaching out to extend a helping hand and a caring heart to those in our society who are less fortunate -the homeless, the jobless, the sick, and those spending Christmas alone - and to consider what we might be able to do to comfort those in need.
For those who are suffering from recent bereavement or who are far from home, Christmas can be a trying time, but the precious memories of happier times shared together can help to bring families closer together.
As we celebrate with family and friends, we should also be mindful of all those who must work this Christmas Day to maintain essential services and care for those in need.
This is a time of the year when there is so much more traffic and tired drivers on the roads, travelling long distances to be with their loved ones. The roads will be hazardous, especially if the weather is wet. Please, try to be cautious and courteous. Your patience on crowded roads could help to avoid a tragic Christmas for some.
Lyn and I extend our very best wishes for a happy and safe Christmas season and a successful 2013. May everyone enjoy this time of giving and sharing with their loved ones, family and friends
