Last week we celebrated the Epiphany of our Lord. I am sure some of you can remember dressing as a "wise king" in a childhood Christmas Pageant. What does this story mean to you this new year? You can read the lesson in Matthew 2:1-12.  What gifts and treasures will you bring to Christ this year?

I hope that one of the treasures you will share is your time and heart with the youth of the Southeastern Synod. Don't forget to fill out your Affirm staff application online at www.sesyouth.org, if you haven't already done so.  They are due January 15, 2010.

If you know of someone who would be great on staff, please contact them and ask them to consider serving and send them to the website too!  

Rachel C. Alley

Director of Youth Ministries