In January we move from the season of Christmas to Epiphany, from celebrating the birth of Jesus as “God with us”, to sharing the good news of Jesus with the world.

Our Christmas day bible readings described the angels announcing to some Jewish shepherds that Christ had come and that the baby Jesus in a manger was the sign. Our Epiphany reading from Matthew’s gospel chapter 2 will tell us of the the wise men from the east who see an unusual star and concluding that it is a sign of the birth of an important new king. Both shepehrds and wise men journeyed to find Jesus and ended up in worship.

God is always inviting us on a journey. It’s a journey to come, to receive God’s love through Jesus Christ, and to respond in worship. It’s also a journey to go, to follow Jesus in our everyday lives, to share God’s love with others and invite them to follow Jesus. It’s a journey which changes us and the world in which we live.

Have a look at the Everyday Faith page for some personal stories and ideas to help you move on in your journey of faith. If you are new or returning to Christian faith, the START course aym be a helpful next step in your journey of faith. For more details, get in touch with me on [email protected] 

In 2023 I pray that we will each move on in our journey of faith and that we will shine brightly with the light and love of Jesus Christ, so that more people worship and follow him.

Revd Nick White