It’s that time of year again isn’t it! Christmas time is upon us once again, and with it comes the Calderini family annual annual Christmas card and blessing for all of our friends and family!

It’s been an “eventful” year for our family, one full of blessings of various kinds and sizes. All speak to the grace and mercy of our God and for this we are thankful!

Our daughter Jessica turned 17 this year and was united with all of her siblings (all six of them) for her birthday celebration. Ryan turned 18 and graduated from high school. Ashlee, while continuing to care for our beautiful grandchild Adam got engaged to Jared {he’s a great additional to the family!} Mark and I were blessed to visit our family in Italy and had the opportunity to experience the love of a family so beautiful and special.

Our family is close knit, although we are miles apart from each other, we continue to share in special holidays and events as a family and this is truly a special blessing. Having Dad and Mom come down to see us adds to our thankfulness and reminds us of the importance of spending quality time together.

Jesus was born in an environment of simplicity but the message his birth brought with it was too enormous for words. Christ sent His son to save us all from the world we live in; His gift of salvation is free to all who are willing to accept it. There are no exceptions to this gift but as with any gift, there is an obligation on the part of the receiver to accept it. My prayer this Christmas is that each of you will accept the gift that comes from accepting Jesus as your personal Lord and Savior into your hearts and living a life that is pleasing to Him.

Merry Christmas to each of our family and friends! May each of you know that although our paths may not cross each day, we pray for you and extend to you the most sincere blessings for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Have a blessed Christmas day and don’t forget to take time to love on the special people in your life who are God’s blessing!!

 

Merry Christmas to all!!

Theresa, Mark, Jessica, Ryan, Ashlee {and of course, Adam!}

p.s…. Special thanks to Stephen Bivens for the beautiful pictures of this years Annual Christmas Card!!