Women's Advent Tea

Last night my church hosted it's first Women's Advent Tea. Everyone who attended either brought a dessert or decorated a table. I invited my neighbor and friend, Charlene to come with me and when we walked in the fellowship hall I was amazed at the beauty of the usually plain room. It was glowing. Each of the nearly dozen tables was decorated with beautiful linens and china and unique centerpieces. There was candlelight shining against the dimly lit room and light classical music in the background. There were desserts enough to fill a bakery shop and conversation and prayer that enlivened and elevated the evening to more than a cold, dark and quiet Sunday evening would suggest.