At this point in advent, we traditionally talk about Mary and Joseph's journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. We remember that Mary and Joseph have already been through some life-changing, remarkable, incredible, and difficult things. Angels have visited Mary and Joseph, who let them know that Mary would have a child. Joseph stood by her even though they were not married and did the unthinkable (back then) and walked alongside and supporting a woman in her call to God's ministry and purpose.

If you are looking for a place, if you feel like the inn or guestroom is full- it's not. There's a place for you here. Even if you feel like you are standing at the wrong door with your luggage (or maybe baggage… ) it's okay; you are still welcome. Because here at Horizons, we focus on the gift of Jesus' love. A gift from God. A way for us to have peace. A way for us to belong. A way for us to have a home. A way for us to find a home or return home.  

There was no shame. There was no blame, there was no condemnation, just unconditional love. And you know my father was not God, but he showed me what God was like that day. When we come to God with our sin, our brokenness, our failure,our pain and our hurt, God says, "Welcome Home." And that invitation is open to you.