Crown of Glory News For You - November 15, 2018

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

Pastor Reggie Preaching

"Come and See!"

SPARK Lesson: Be Ready (Mark 11:-8)

Next Week: No SPARK, Thanksgiving Break

TONIGHT - November 15

Fare For All, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Fare For All is tonight from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Crown of Glory. The Hot Buy is the Holiday Pack, which includes an 8-10 lb. turkey, pork sausage, pork tenderloin, turkey breast strips, chicken breasts, pork sausage patties, green beans, and an apple pie - all for just $30 - just in time for Thanksgiving. Open to everyone - invite friends and family. View Flyer.

Celebrating 50 Years Together As a Congregation

Last Sunday Crown of Glory members and guests came together for our final 50th anniversary event. Pastor Paul Oman, a renowned artist, painted a 7' x 5' mural of Noah's Ark during a meditative service that included specially selected music, scripture, and words of wisdom.

Come and see this very special mural, "God's Promise," which will be hung in church for all to enjoy and be reminded of God's promise of His love for us. We encourage you to invite friends and family to visit CoG to see this beautiful mural anytime.

You can view this service (and past services) here. Watch for more info soon on how you can order a printed copy of the mural.

First Communion Registration Extended

You can still register your child for First Communion instruction. This one-day class is for parents and children of all ages, with a special invitation to 4th graders and their families. The class will take place November 18 from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Our First Communion worship service will be held on Sunday, December 2. w

Seeking Volunteers To Help with This Year's Giving Tree

Grant Taylor is looking for people to help with the Giving Tree this season. Help is needed with preparing the envelopes and setup of the Giving Tree on 11/20 @ 7:00 p.m. Help is also needed putting the envelopes on the Giving Tree and recording envelope sponsors on 11/24 & 12/1. Lastly help is needed the week of 12/3 to prepare the presents for pickup by the CAP Agency on 12/7. If you can help with any of these opportunities, please contact Grant ( grantataylor@hotmail.com or 952-210-7678).

It's Official -- "Alongside & Forward" Flooring Challenge Has Been Met!

Final Numbers Still Being Tallied

A huge and heartfelt thank you to those who responded to the " Alongside and Forward " Flooring Challenge. The response by members and friends has been absolutely wonderful. By meeting the challenge, the church will receive an additional $15,000 gift to help with continued flooring improvements The final numbers are being tallied and will be announced as soon as they can be finalized.

This is a pinnacle moment for our 50-year history as a community congregation that thrives on opening our doors and welcoming people of all walks of life into our gathering spaces. We are committed to being a welcoming congregation. We are committed to walking alongside people. We are committed to planting seeds of faith in the hearts of those who call us home. Thank you.

Keeping CoG Clean and Green

Thank you for continuing to pitch in and and care for God's creation as you dispose of organics and recycling materials in the appropriate bins. Signs in the Sun Hall provide guidance for proper sorting and disposal.

No Wednesday Classes or Dinner Next Week

Happy Thanksgiving!

Calling All Singers:

Join in the Christmas Cantata!

Choir rehearsals for the Christmas Cantata begin Wednesday November 28, 6:45-8:15 p.m. in the Choir Room. Chancel Choir invites all those who love to sing in the congregation to join them for this annual festive celebration of Jesus’ birth. We’ll sing on Sunday December 16 at 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. worship, and use the music we’ve learned throughout the Christmas season.

Rehearsal schedule Wednesdays 11/28, 12/5, 12/12. Dress rehearsal Saturday December 15, 12:00-2:00 p.m. Contact Tom Paulson, Tpaulson@CrownofGlory.org to sign up.

You're Invited to Crown of Glory Women's Advent Tea by Candlelight, December 2

Crown of Glory’s first annual Women’s Advent Tea by Candlelight will be held on Sunday, December 2 starting at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 each, proceeds benefit the CoG Kitchen Fund. Tickets are available in the church office or click here to download.

You won’t want to miss this opportunity to prepare your heart for the wonderful - and busy - Advent Season. Evening includes inspirational meditation, a lovely high tea, Holiday Boutique shopping, a raffle and lively entertainment. View all the details here for tickets, table hosts and vendor registration.

CoG Jewelry Fundraiser to Benefit 2019 Youth Mission Trip

Help our Youth Mission Trip attendees by shopping our jewelry fundraiser event. Lynn Jackman from Premier Designs will be at church on the 2nd and 5th of December to display jewelry, answer questions and assist with order placement. 50% of the profits will be donated back to CoG's youth mission trip. Shop at church or go online 24/7 to view catalog and place an order. All orders are due by December 5 and can be picked up beginning December 15. Thank you for helping our youth with their fundraising efforts.

Pastor Installations December 9

On December 9, Pastor Reggie will be installed as Senior Pastor, and Pastor Kristie will be installed as Interim Associate Pastor. Be sure to join us for this service and fellowship in honor of this special day for Crown of Glory.

Christmas at Crown of Glory

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.

Sunday, December 16, Both Services: Christmas Choir Cantata

Christmas Worship Schedule:

Saturday, December 22: NO Evening Worship

Sunday, December 23: ONE Worship at 9:30 am.

Monday, December 24: Christmas Eve Worship at 2:00 pm., 3:30 p.m., and 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 29: NO Evening Worship

Sunday, December 30: ONE Worship at 9:30 a.m.

Share the Christmas spirit with those you know and love; all are welcome to join us for Christmas worship and events.

Short-Term Sanctuary Project Needs a Couple of Volunteers

Ceiling beams in the Sanctuary are in need of some sanding and varnishing. We are looking for a volunteer or two to help with this project. This will require being in the lift to reach the beams. Contact Bob Chinnock if you have questions or can help.

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