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December 28, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 28, 1941: US authorizes first contingent of Navy Construction Battalions: the "Seabees."
December 27, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 27, 1941: Japanese bomb Manila despite "open city" declaration. Australian Prime Minister John Curtin proclaims, "Australia looks to America." Japanese sub I-25 shells US tanker Connecticut off mouth of Columbia River. US begins rationing of tires and all rubber goods.
December 26, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 26, 1941: MacArthur proclaims Manila an open city. Winston Churchill becomes first British Prime Minister to address a joint session of US Congress. Blackout pointers are distributed in San Francisco.
December 25, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 25, 1941: Japanese secure Jolo Island in Philippines. British forces in Hong Kong surrender to the Japanese.
December 24, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 24, 1941: British Eighth Army takes Benghazi, Libya. As Japanese advance on Luzon, MacArthur begins withdrawal of US forces to Bataan Peninsula.
December 23, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 23, 1941: Japanese take Wake Island after determined defense by US Marines. British evacuate Malaya above Perak River as Japanese advance.
December 22, 2011
The Advent Wreath - What Child Is This?
One of my family's favorite Christmas traditions is the Advent wreath. On each of the four Sundays in Advent (the four weeks before Christmas), our family gathers around the wreath with cookies and eggnog and hot chocolate. Not only is this cozy family time, but it focuses us with joyful anticipation on the birth of Jesus.On Christmas Day we light the final candle - the Christ Candle. If you'd like to join the Sundin family in this tradition, here are some family friendly, kid-tested ideas. Adjust these to the ages of any children present to create a meaningful time for your family.
Christmas Day - The Christ Candle
Candles:
Light all three purple candles (the Prophets' Candle, the Bethlehem Candle, and the Angels' Candle), the pink candle (the Shepherd's Candle). Lastly, light the white candle in the center, showing how Jesus is the Light of the World.
Story:
Explain how the shepherds watched their flocks, heard the news that the Messiah had born, and went to see the Baby Jesus in the manger - and how they reacted with great joy.
Scriptures:
Luke 2:1-20 (the birth of Jesus and the visit of the shepherds)
Matthew 2:1-12 (the visit of the Magi)
John 1:1-14 (Jesus coming in the flesh as the light of the world who brings life)
Songs:
"Joy to the World"
"O Come, All Ye Faithful"
"What Child Is This?"
"O Holy Night"
And all your family's favorites!
May the peace and joy of our Lord and Messiah, Jesus Christ, fill you with His light this Christmas.
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 22, 1941: Arcadia Conference begins in Washington: Britain and US agree to "Germany First" plan. Japanese make main landings at Lingayen Gulf, Luzon and advance toward Manila. First American troops arrive in Australia. US expands draft: all men 18-65 must register, all men 20-44 liable for conscription.
December 21, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 21, 1941: German Luftwaffe starts new bombing offensive against Malta.
December 20, 2011
Today in World War II History
70 Years Ago—Dec. 20, 1941: Japanese land on Mindanao in the Philippines and in Dutch Borneo, Celebes, and the Moluccas in Dutch East Indies. American Volunteer Group ("Flying Tigers") flies first mission over China. Adm. Ernest King named Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet. US tanker Montebello torpedoed by Japanese sub I-21 off Santa Cruz, CA; survivors machine-gunned in lifeboats but no one injured.
