Uptown Updates:
November 21st
God sends all of his people on a mission for him. Each of us has a different mission call, a distinct place of service with our own particular mission field. The book of Jonah demonstrates God’s heart for missions, our reluctance to follow God’s call, and God’s work in helping us, finally, answer his call to our own mission field.
Sunday, November 24th
Jonah 1:17- 2:10
Praise Filled Prayer
Hawkes Farewell Party THIS Sunday!
Farewell to Tom & Ann Hawkes
If you plan to attend and have not already done so, please RSVP as soon as possible using the link below so we can finalize details.

Sunday, November 24, 5-8pm
short presentation at 6:30pm
Cafe of the Great Aunt Stella Center

Due to the potentially large number of attendees we are recommending two "shifts" for eating. If you have younger children with earlier bedtimes, plan to come at the beginning to eat and mingle before the short presentation at 6:30pm. Families with older children can arrive for the presentation and then eat and mingle after. Note this is a suggestion only! The evening is informal and drop-in style so please join when it's best for your family.
This weekly devotional is intended to help you fix your eyes upon Jesus, by providing a personally selected scripture passage and a song or hymn aimed at reminding you that Jesus is your rock, your redeemer and your healer. 
"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all we ask or think, according to the power at work in us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations,
forever and ever. Amen."
Ephesians 3:20-21
In this season of uncertainty I have benefitted from being reminded over and over that Jesus is our sure hope. While we so quickly focus on the worries of this world, our fears, and the pain of the loved ones we hold dear, let us remember that Jesus is able to do far more abundantly than all we could ask or think. Thus a day will come when we will be able to look back on this time and see he has been faithful, and right now we can look ahead believing He is able.  

Praying for our church,
Dave Kulp

A Call to Prayer - This Saturday
This Saturday, November 23 from 10am-2pm the church will be open for a time of silent prayer. This is intended as time to pray for unity, healing, protection, repentance, forgiveness, and restoration amidst a hard season at Uptown. You are welcome to attend as your schedule allows. Sit quietly in the sanctuary, walk the halls, or pray through the classrooms and offices. There will be no formal structure to this time. Drop in as you are able. Sanctuary doors will be open.
Youth and their Families: Outdoor Ice Skating at the Whitewater Center
After second service on Sunday, December 1, youth and their families are invited to to the Whitewater Center for outdoor ice skating. Pack a lunch and enjoy an outdoor picnic with us! All families - including friends and relatives in town for the Thanksgiving holidays - are invited. RSVP to Matt Arends.
Save the Date:
2020 Mens Retreat
Save the Date for Uptown's 2020 Men's Retreat, March 27-29, 2020 at Montreat Conference Center. Details and registration to follow!
Current Adult Ed Classes November/December
Galatians: Living in line with the truth of the Gospel  

Teachers: Caleb Standafer, Andrew Holmes, Ryan Bowen, Aaron Kees 
Where: 3rd floor boardroom 

The book of Galatians is Paul's loving and unapologetic correction to the church in Galatia as they had contorted the gospel by insisting that keeping the Old Testament ceremonial law was required for salvation. Like many of Paul's letters, Galatians reinforces the true Gospel and in many ways lays the foundation for the core tenets of Christian theology. This corrective letter is an excellent resource for both believers and nonbelievers, as it challenges and encourages us to pursue the holiness that only unmerited grace provides the true freedom to pursue - please join us!
Practicing the King's Economy 

Teachers: Drew Harris, Adam Dyer, Matt Taylor, Michael Richter, Grae Garrison
Where: Resource Center 

Are you looking for a class on budgeting strategies? Well, this class may not be for you. However, if you are looking for ways to think about how and why you spend your money and what our Lord might think of our economic priorities, well this is the right place! Based upon the book “Practicing the King’s Economy,” we will examine some of the principles and practices for how our economics can align with the Lord’s.
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