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Elsie Dodman writes: Thank you to everyone for prompt payment of 2008 subscriptions to the MAGNET magazine. I did not need to remind anyone after all, because all were paid in before the February church magazine was distributed. The ongoing debate about renaming Christmas as “Winter Festival” resulted in many letters to the MAGNET editor. The main feeling was of indignation, even outrage, at such a suggestion. Here are a few comments against the idea: “Christmas is the incarnation of God in Christ Jesus. It is not a Winter Festival, since for Christians in many countries it is not even winter, it is summer. This is being fostered on the agenda of the “politically correct”. The church may have hijacked “Winter Festival” centuries ago, but this is now our heritage and the celebration of Christ’s birth. Other faiths can and do mark their own religious festivals on dates they choose. Christians do not seek to interfere or coerce them and they appreciate this, we know. Whether the “antis” like it or not, British culture is grounded in Christianity and we should stand up and be counted. There is strong evidence that many faithless, and those of other faiths, share in some measure our Christmas joy.” There is much more to say, I think, on this subject. Let’s hear from you too, it must have been discussed in church circles, services, and study groups. Even though Christmas is over now, it’s not too late to have your say! NETWORK DIARY DATES
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