Join us next Wednesday, Nov 20, for Midweek Serve, where we will delve deeper into  the realities of orphans around the world and foster kids here in Charlotte, and take part in tangible expressions of love and support to those providing care.   Everyone is encouraged to participate! Click  here  for details and to sign up for childcare for kids 2 and under.

This past Sunday, we shared the great need locally for foster families to help care for the 526 children currently in Mecklenburg County foster care. 

If you have more questions about foster care or the journey families walk through, watch the full length interview from Sunday, available online only.

Click here for quick links to all the resources and  opportunities we support through our Mosaic Ministry.

Special Called Church Meeting

The Elder Leadership Team (ELT) has called a special church meeting for Wednesday, Nov 20 at 6:15pm in the Worship Center to present recommendations for Worship Pastor and Executive Pastor candidates.  This will be followed by a motion to vote without discussion on Sunday, Nov 24 after each worship service.  More information and details can be found here.

Dec 14 Race Honors Legacy of Carmel Member

David Shannon grew up at Carmel and while in high school actively served at Carmel on Sundays, Wednesdays and at CarmelKidz Camp. David's life was tragically cut short in 2012 while a student at UNC. Since his death, David's parents, Hugh and Katy Shannon, have honored David's legacy with a 5K and Fun Run. This year's run is Saturday, Dec 14. Registration details here.

Dreading the Holidays?

Carmel Care Ministry invites you to Surviving the Holidays - a seminar on Thursday, Nov 14 especially for people who are grieving a loved one's death. Video preview and details here.

Deadline for Thanksgiving Brunch

Senior Adults are reminded to sign up by Thursday, Nov 14 to enjoy fellowship, brunch and special music on Thursday, Nov 21. Details and register here .  

Come Deck the Halls

Sign up here for fellowship and fun while decorating Carmel for Christmas on either Monday, Nov 18 or Tuesday, Nov 19! 

Got Kids? New Check-In Process Coming 

On Sunday, Nov 24 we will launch new check-in kiosks for families of Preschoolers and CarmelKidz. It will be especially important for  families to check-in together at the  kiosks placed in the CarmelKidz and Preschool Gathering Spaces.

This Week at Carmel: Nov 13-20

Highlights below. Complete calendar here . 

• Wednesday (Nov 13) - Midweek (supper + equipping)

• Thursday (Nov 14) - Surviving the Holidays 

• Sunday (Nov 17) - Pastor Alex teaches on Josiah as we continue our Unlikely sermon series  

• Monday (Nov 18) or Tuesday (Nov 19)- Join Women's Ministry as they "deck the halls" for Christmas, sign up here

• Tuesday (Nov 19) - our Carmel Christian School ministry hosts a grades K-12 open house 

• Wednesday (Nov 20)- Special Called Church Meeting + Midweek Serve