Kidima, January 6: St. Francis Xavier’s Church Kidima with the rest of the world observed Solemnity of Advent began on December 1, Novena from December 16 to 24, Christmas on December 25, Nativity of the Lord (Holy Innocent) on Saturday, Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph on December 29, 2013, Mary Mother of God on Wednesday January 1 and Epiphany of the Lord (Magi known the three King from the east to witness the new born Jesus Christ in Bethlehem about 2000 years ago) on Sunday January 5, 2014 as the liturgical calendar of the Apostolic Church.
Holy Bible reading, prayer, priests sermon emphasized about born again of the Lord from each individual’s heart, singing of hymn, Eucharist celebration, gospel drama and skit followed by fellowship meal.
The celebration combined with social gathering on biblical, reflection for preparation for the second coming of the Messiah who is the Prince of Peace. According to Episcopal the true meaning of Christmas was love, peace, joy through forgiveness. Faithful people from overseas and priest from abroad including and foreign tourists also joined during the sacred season of celebration.
