On the final Sunday of Advent, Pastor Katie reflects on how the familiar, comforting images of Jesus’ birth give way to the messiness and uncertainty found in Matthew 1:18–24, where God enters the world amid broken dreams and fear. She reframes the birth of Jesus as a new creation of God’s love, peace, and authentic community that includes, rather than erases, human brokenness. Pastor Katie invites us to welcome others without fear and to practice courageous love, trusting that God is still making all things new with us.