More than 2000 years ago, a young girl stretched out her hand for help as she felt the first pains of labor.  Her baby boy came into the world as she lay in the dirty stable.  Gazing into her new baby’s eyes, she felt a rush of love as her son wrapped his hand around her finger.  Throughout His life, Mary's son extended his hand to many. On the day His hands were wounded, he extended them to the world, offering grace… mercy… healing… life.  His name, Emmanuel, means “God with us.”  So if you need a strong and loving hand, grab His and experience eternity with Him. Merry Christmas!