Giving and receiving gifts are a part of Christmas. At the Example Christmas event there were gifts given, gifts received, and thanks for the greatest given to mankind: Christ our redeemer.
Nearly fifty students attended the Example Christmas party. Justin was also at the Christmas event and shared his story about his descent into drug addiction, the many struggles he faced because of it, and his life of recovery. Justin, a recovering heroin addict, encouraged everyone in attendance to understand that the decisions we make always have consequences. Those consequences will be good or bad, depending on who they involve and how honest they are. After Justin's presentation we prayed for guidance and that the Lord would strengthen all of us to make healthy, drug-free decisions. It was great to hear Justin's story.
From there the night involved Santa's Scooter Sleigh Race, a white elephant gift exchange, and the ugliest as well as the most creative Christmas sweater and costume.
Here are a few pictures and a short video that recap the evening.
