Crew Lake Methodist observes seasonal tradition
The Crew Lake Methodist Church decorated its Chrismon trees Nov. 23.
One green tree was placed at each end of the altar. A table holding the Chrismons was positioned in front of the altar.
Dianne Williams read the meaning of the Chrismons. The word Chrismon is taken from parts of two words, Christ and monogram.
The Chrismons are white and gold. White, the color of Christmas, represents Jesus’ purity and perfection. Gold symbolizes his majesty and glory. The designs include various shapes representing the cross, crown, butterfly, dove, five-pointed star, shepherd’s crook, Jerusalem cross and shell.
Members of the congregation decorated the green trees with the white Chrismons, telling the story of God’s love.
Clear white lights were already on the trees, representing “Christ, the light of the world.”
Some of the women of the church made the Chrismons several years ago. Fred Sapps Jr. and Connie Lyons Stains put up the trees with the lights in place.
The congregation then hung the Chrismons, allowing all to take part in the program.
After the Chrismon service, Bro. Marshall Sevier continued with the regular service.
The congregation was dismissed with prayer and warm blessings.
