Comfort and joy are gifts of the Father, sent in the person of His only Son, and ministered to us through the Holy Spirit. It is comfort and joy that allow us to be thankful for the memories of the past - the miracles of the moment - and the promises of the future. Emmanuel has come - God is with us - and we are His loved children. Merry Christmas to you as you extend to your family, church, and community glad tidings of Comfort and Joy.