Dear Friend of Koinonia,                                 

           Don’t you wish that the message of Christmas could be a little clearer for us all? As clear as the brilliant star that lit the sky over Bethlehem so long ago - or even the symbolic star atop your Christmas tree.

           I think about last summer and the hundreds of children, teenagers, families, and adults who shared Christ centered fellowship and fun at Koinonia. They heard and experienced the “message” of Christ’s love and the assurance of God’s presence in their lives. I saw the light of Christ in their singing, their laughter, and the way they cared for one another. Look HERE for one example of the light shining at Nature Camp.

           The message is that the power of the Gospel comes alive in our hearts and gives us strength for whatever life brings our way. Koinonia has blessed thousands with this message through the years. And now, with the resurgence of Koinonia, thanks to many donors and volunteers, the message continues to shine brightly.

This message is more important now than ever before.

           Now, in this season of gift-giving, I invite you to share a special Christmas gift with Koinonia. This year we have received a match gift of $50,000 from the Jeanine Heller Foundation - how wonderful! Now, your gift of $1,000, $5,000, $100, $50 – whatever you choose to share – will be doubled and will steward our ministry into an exciting future.        

I rejoice and give thanks for many like you. Your gifts ensure that Koinonia’s ministry continues and that our clear message is shared, a message that will spread light for years to come.

           To celebrate your gift, we have enclosed two tree ornaments. The one with the ribbon is for you to hang on your tree. On the other one, write your name on the back and send it back with your gift. We will place your ornament and many others on our “giving tree” in the conference center, like children of light.