Newsletter August 2026

On July 14, 2026, the U.S. House voted “to pass a measure to enact year-round

Daylight Saving Time across the country.” Soon, the Senate will take up the bill

and if approved, the President has stated that he will sign it into law. If this

comes to fruition, it will end the bi-annual ritual of adjusting our clocks either

one hour ahead or one hour back.

As we approach this topic, many people find themselves debating whether they

are for or against this practice of adjusting the clocks. Some argue that it helps

to maximize daylight hours and save energy, while others believe it disrupts

sleep patterns and has negative effects on health.

While the debate over daylight savings time continues, one thing remains

constant – the light of Jesus. In the Bible, Jesus is often referred to as the light

of the world. In John 8:12, Jesus says, “I am the light of the world. Whoever

follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

As followers of Jesus, we are called to let our light shine for Him. In Matthew

5:16, it says, “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good

deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” This reminds us that no matter the

time of day or year, we should always be shining the light of Jesus through our

actions and words.

So, whether you are for or against daylight savings time, let us remember that

the true light that should always be shining is the light of Jesus. Let us strive to

be a beacon of His love, grace, and truth in a world that is often filled with

darkness.