Crown of Glory News For You - December 6, 2018

Worship Times: Saturday 5:00 p.m. | Sunday 9:00 and 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Kristie Preaching

"The Way of Peace"

SPARK Lesson : "Zechariah" (Luke 1:68-79).

The father of John the Baptist sings for joy at the birth of his son who will prepare the way for Jesus the savior. We celebrate Jesus by singing!

TONIGHT, December 6, 5:00 p.m.

Muddy Cow, Shakopee

Drinks at 5:00, Dinner at 5:45

Join us for good food, fun and fellowship. This is strictly a social gathering and offers women the opportunity to get to know each better in a relaxed setting. All women are welcome.

We Need a Little Muscle So We Can Have a Little Christmas

Immediately following the 10:30 service THIS SUNDAY, December 9, we need to move 15 or so platforms in the sanctuary to prepare for the Choir Cantata and The Children's Narrative on Sunday, December 16. If you can stay/return and help, please do. These are relatively heavy, awkward boxes, so please self-select.

Don't Miss These Special Performances

Saturday, December 15, 9:00 a.m. - Noon: Children's Narrative Dress Rehearsal & Jesus' Birthday Party

Sunday, December 16, 10:00 a.m.: Children's Narrative Performance between worship services.

"The Hopes and Fears of All The Years"

Sunday, December 16, 2018--9:00 & 10:30 a.m

Chancel Choir, Crown Brass, Flute, Clarinet and you!

“The hopes and fears of all the years, are met in thee tonight.” This, the closing line from the first verse of that favorite carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem," is one of those pithy phrases that says and means so much more than mere words. They are Jesus Christ, the light of the world, dwelling in and with each of us. Meet Joseph, two 911 firefighters, and a newborn baby, and hear the story of unconditional love in story and song anew.

2018 Lefse & Bake Sale Fundraiser

On Sunday, December 16, 2018, Crown of Glory will host our 11th annual Lefse and Bake Sale! You can pre-order your lefse by contacting the church office or sign up following worship. Cost is $20/dozen. Bake Sale proceeds will support our senior high youth ministry who are attending the National Youth Gathering in 2019.

SEEKING ALL LEFSE MAKERS!

Seeking volunteers to help make lefse and other baked goods; there is no experience needed! The lefse baking will take place on Saturday, December 15 from 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. Join this festive baking experience this year by signing up at the Lefse Table in the gathering area, contact the church office, or by emailing Pastor Reggie at pastorreggie@crownofglory.org . If you can’t make it to our Saturday Bake day, lefse makers are welcome to pre-make dough at home and drop it off at the church!

DONATE A BAKED GOOD FOR THE FUNDRAISER

Seeking baked goods for the December Bake Sale! All baked goods will be sold to help raise funds for Crown of Glory’s senior high youth National Youth Gathering! To donate an item for this sale please sign-up at the Lefse Table or contact the church office; please indicate what baked good you are donating! All baked goods need to be delivered to the church kitchen by Saturday, December 15 by 12 p.m.

*Please refrain from using nuts

Delicious Wednesday Dinners

Wednesday's are winners with CoG dinners. Come and enjoy dinner on Wednesday nights from 5:00 to 6:15 p.m.

$5 per person; $15 per family. Upcoming menu's:

Dec. 12: Scalloped Potatoes, Ham, Green Beans

Dec. 19: Chili

Salad Bar and desserts served with all meals.

Order Your Paul Oman Print

Be reminded everyday at home of "God's Promise" by ordering your own copy of our mural painted by Paul Oman at the 50th anniversary celebration.

Click here to download the order form. Orders can be placed anytime and should be mailed directly to Paul Oman.

Advent Photo-A-Day Challenge & Adventure

This Sunday we begin Advent, the season of watching and waiting, an invitation to Come, and See! You are invited to join this Advent Photo-a-Day adventure! Each day has a theme word to inspire you. You are invited to share a photo (or a song) on Facebook or Twitter that best represents that theme word. Share this adventure with friends and discover together the wonder that can be found in each day! Click here or on the image to download the photo calendar.

Kitchen Essentials Ministry:

Cold Weather but Warm Kitchens

Christmas baking season is here! There’s nothing better than the smell of delicious holiday treats and sharing these goodies with family and friends. During the month of December, the Kitchen Essentials Ministry is collecting new or gently used baking sheets, pans, potholders, kitchen towels and cooking utensils. Feel free to share a favorite family recipe and we will include it in the boxes we give to families in need. Please contact Tracy Cunningham at 952-239-9344 if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support.