Merry Christmas!?!

Since the stores are decorating for Christmas, and some people I know already have their tree up, it's not too early to post about Christmas, is it?  After all, it's less than 50 days until Christmas!  If you don't believe me, or need to know specifics, click here.

I have a question or two that I would like to have you help answer.  Don't worry, it's not specifically about decorating, cookie baking, card writing, gift wrapping, carol singing, eggnog drinking, or shopping spending. Why am I asking?  I'm working on an adult teaching series related to Christmas, and I don't simply want to approach it in the traditional way.

1. What are some Christmas traditions you could do WITHOUT?

2. What helps you feel ready to celebrate Christmas?

3. How might we celebrate Christmas in a way that impacts others around us in a positive way?

I'd love to hear from you on these questions.  Leave a comment.  Send me an email or facebook message.  Please help me think about how we might make Christmas meaningful in our culture.