Winter Solstice

Today is a holiday in China, called Dongzhi. It celebrates the Winter Solstice. Traditionally, it is a time for families to be united together. In the past, all people with the same surname would gather to celebrate and renew family ties.  

A big feature of this holiday is the eating of tangyuan, balls of sticky rice. The rice is bound together, which symbolizes reunion. Dongzhi celebrates families coming together.

As you read this, would you take a moment to pray for our family? Our desire is for our family to be bound together with our Chinese child, and this holiday reminds us that we are not there yet. 

We appreciate your prayers and your support in helping us make this family union a reality.