November 13, 2018

We're 5 weeks into our series in James on  How to Live the Gospel. 

The sermon series journal was designed to be a complementary resource to keep us in the Word and reflect on our call to be Able*. 
  • What's been your favorite scripture to SOAP? 
  • What's been the most meaningful ABLE reflection? 
  • How has the Holy Spirit spoken to you during this series so far? 
Click here to let Pastor Alex and the ministerial team know what you're learning through this book of wisdom. 

*ABLE = We will abide in Christ to Build Relationships and Live the Gospel with Everything. 

NEWS

Dreading the Holidays?
Carmel Care Ministry invites you to  Surviving the Holidays  - a seminar on Monday, December 3 that is especially for people who are grieving a loved one's death. Video preview and details here.
Ways to be FOR the Orphan
November is Adoption Awareness Month. This past Sunday we recognized Stand Sunday and this morning Pastor Alex led an hour of dedicated prayer FOR the orphan. Click here for quick links to the resources and opportunities we support through our Mosaic Ministry. 
Family Serve Opp - This Saturday
Our local ministry partner Beds for Kids welcomes families of all ages to stop by their warehouse Saturday morning. Enjoy a variety of child-friendly activities including blanket making, table building, sanding and painting furniture, Christmas ornament painting/coloring, and other crafts as well. Details here. No need to sign up - just show up! 
Send in a Video for Sean Lee!
You and your cell phone can add to our December 5 Famjam to celebrate retiring Children's Minister Sean Lee! Grab your phone and r ecord a 15-20 second video message of encouragement and thanks and email it  here by November 21. 
Prayer Request - High Schoolers "Pausing" this Weekend
Let's pray for the 160 Students and 36 leaders who are escaping to the mountains this weekend to spend time with Jesus at The Pause Retreat. 


This Week: Nov 13-20

Wednesday - Nov 14
Midweek is serving up turkey dinner with all the fixings for supper + equipping for all ages.   
  • Carmel Students' theme is "Dress as a staff person" and the Dodgeball tournament will get underway at 6:15pm in the Aux Gym. It is to late to sign up but not to late to come cheer on the teams! 
  • Adult equipping will be in D101 this week with Engage 360.
  • GriefShare and DivorceCare gather and welcome anyone looking for healing. Details here. 
Thursday - Nov 15
All women are invited for a mid-day hour of prayer. Details here. 
Sunday - Nov 18
Pastor Alex teaches How to Walk in Wisdom (James 3:13-18) at 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00am.
Not yet connected? Stop by the Carmel Room (near the Welcome Center) so we can meet you, answer your questions and help you explore next steps.
Tuesday - Nov 20
All women are invited for an hour of evening prayer. Details here. 

Looking Ahead

Stocking Stuffer Sale (Nov 25 + Dec 9)
Stop by the Carmel Media Center on Sunday morning November 25 and December 9 to pick up new and nearly new books ($5 and less) as well as used Christmas books/CDs ($1 each). 
Winter Gathering Registration Opens (Dec 2)
Carmel Women's Winter Gathering 2019 is set for Tuesdays, January 15, 22, 29, 2019. This year's teaching and testimonies will explore how we can live a life transformed (based on Romans 12). Registration for this 3-night event centered around Romans 12 opens Sunday, December 2. 
November Schedule
Click here for an overview of what is happening at Carmel in November. 

View our full online calendar  here .

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