----- Original Message -----
From: "David Diamond" <Daviddiamond2019@...>
To: <main@jfw.groups.io>
Sent: Monday, December 20, 2021 12:52 AM
Subject: Re: Merry Christmas


Sad thing though is, it is a violent time of the year as well, especially
violent because people feel the need to give gifts, or should I say,
pressured. In truth we should give gifts anytime of the year. Our neighbour
has just told us she will not be celebrating Christmas this year because
every time she's given gifts to her family, she gets a negative response.
AS in, "Is that all I get!!!" A born again Christian restaurant owner told
me that all it is for him is a cash grab and he only believes in that, not
the actual celebration of it. He further stated it is a pagan celebration
and has nothing to do with Christ. I found his comments interesting to say
the least.

-----Original Message-----
From: main@jfw.groups.io <main@jfw.groups.io> On Behalf Of Judy
Sent: December 19, 2021 9:06 PM
To: main@jfw.groups.io
Subject: Re: Merry Christmas

Yes, and even if someone doesn't believe in the Christ of Christmas, why
should anyone be offended by being wished goodness, blessings and happiness
during this season. I had a jewish friend who was a holocost survivor, gone
now, but if someone who didn't know wished him Merry Christmas, he would
simply wish it back. He knew they meant well and wanted to share their
happiness with him and visa versa. We need to all respect each other's
beliefs and be gracious to each other. So Merry Christmas to all who
celebrate it. Judy & Libby

-----Original Message-----
From: main@jfw.groups.io [mailto:main@jfw.groups.io] On Behalf Of Don Walls
Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2021 11:44 PM
To: main@jfw.groups.io
Subject: Re: Merry Christmas

I have to say I'm a Christian, an Anglican priest, and I don't feel the need
to proselytize at Christmas. Many persons wish others a Merry Christmas,
and it's just a friendly greeting of the season. Christmas, apart from
religious significance for some of us, is a time of special time with family
or friends, a time apart from normal routines when people can relax and take
time they might not normally do, to enjoy loved ones and special treats.

So, merry Christmas to all! May each of us find a break from COVID
grimness!

Don

-----Original Message-----
From: Kelly Pierce
Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2021 6:59 PM
To: main@jfw.groups.io
Subject: Re: Merry Christmas

Nothing pisses me off more than when someone’s religion is disrespected.
Many Christians need to proselytize to practice their faith. It is not
unusual for deeply Christian people to offer strangers cheer and fellowship
near the holiest of days. That is part of their religious practice.

Kelly


On 12/18/21, Shirley Tracy <shirleytracy16@...> wrote:

Merry Christmas.





Shirley Tracy



From: Pastor Gil Pries via groups.io
Sent: Friday, December 17, 2021 11:06 AM
To: main@jfw.groups.io
Subject: Merry Christmas



I want to wish all of you a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.



Pastor Gil