Thursday, November 8, 2018
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CONGREGATION
MEETING
Sunday, November 11
between services at 9:40AM
in the Sanctuary.
ACTION ITEM:
Approval of 2019 Budget.
(click
here
to view the proposed budget)
We encourage everyone to attend!
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We are excited to announce
Pastor George Tuttle
of the Maryland/Delaware Synod will be joining Nativity to serve as our new Interim Senior Pastor beginning December 1st.
Click
here
to read more!
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Click
here
to read
Pastor Gregg
and
Pastor Rachel's
letter.
Click
here
to read a letter from Congregation Council President
Sarah Asbill
regarding the upcoming transition.
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Stewardship For All Season Update
Thank you to those who turned in your Commitment Cards for 2019! Together, we will accomplish the goals we have set, growing in faith and service as we do God's work in the world.
So far, 64 households have made their commitments to support Making Christ Known in the coming year. Of those households, 63 are maintaining or increasing their regular giving compared to their current commitment or giving level!
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Additionally, 34 households have committed to supporting the new organ; we currently have $17,314 of our organ goal committed!
Receiving Commitment Cards helps the church plan well for the future, and making a commitment helps our households make intentional plans for supporting the church. Last year, 136 households turned in cards; we'd love to get at least that many this year!
There is still time to turn in your Commitment Card. You can place your card in the offering plate on Sunday or mail it to the church office. You can also use this link to turn in your commitment electronically.
Thank you for being in prayer for Nativity in 2019, and for committing yourselves to being part of God's work here in this place!
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Click
HERE
to complete a 2019 Commitment Card form.
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An important part of the Church community is being active in smaller, more intimate groups. A
small group
at Nativity is an intentional gathering of up to 15 people for the purpose of fellowship, building relationships, and making Christ known.
Small groups
can be used as an opportunity to reach out and encourage members and non-members to join the group and become a part of the Nativity worship community These groups can meet during the week, not just on Sundays.
Here at Nativity, we are committed to helping support existing and develop new small group communities. Over the next few weeks we will be highlighting the importance of
small groups
and asking you to complete a survey of your interests to help us know how to support you.
Click
here
to complete the survey. Thank you!
Mission/Vision Committee -Tom Dieterly, Brian Feid, Leigha Jordan, and Debbie McGinnis
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NO FAITH FORMATION CLASSES THIS SUNDAY, NOV 11.
Join us for the CONGREGATION MEETING at 9:40am in the Sanctuary!
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We hope you'll join us on Sunday mornings between worship services, from 9:40 to 10:40, to learn and grow in faith.
This year, we have 7 classes. Click to read descriptions!
Each class can be joined at any time, and if you miss a Sunday, you can jump right back in!
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We are saddened to inform you that
Gloria Wessinger
, wife of
The Reverend Carroll Wessinger
died on Sunday, November 5. Rev. Wessinger served as Nativity's first called pastor beginning in February of 1964. Click
here
to read Gloria's obituary.
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THANKSGIVING TURKEYS
For the past several years the Calvary Episcopal Food Pantry has provided the makings of a Thanksgiving meal to approximately
200 families
. The cost is approximately $15.00 per family. You can help by placing your $15 donation in the offering plate on Sunday.
Checks should be made out to Nativity and note “turkeys” in the memo line
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11 is the deadline for donating.
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Meredith Neal stocking shelves.
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Michael and Michele Cady helping at the pantry.
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At Calvary Food Pantry, all are welcome!
Thank you for your support of this vital outreach ministry. The pantry is open every Saturday from 8:30AM until 11AM to provide groceries, prayer, and encouragement.
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Michael Neal sporting his "God's Work, Our Hands" shirt while donating his time to the pantry.
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To find out more, contact
Ann Harvey
or
Pastor Rachel
. To volunteer, sign up
online
or at the Welcome Desk.
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click
for November 2018 issue
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COVER STORY
To serve and love the neighbor
click
here
for study guide
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THANK YOU
to all who contributed towels, combs, toothbrushes, nail clippers, and soap for the Lutheran World Relief Personal Care Kits. Thank you to all who gave donations so that more items could be purchased. Together, we made
107 kits
to send to our brothers and sisters who have been relocated from their homes and are in need of items to maintain personal hygiene. When we work together in God's love, great things happen.
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LADIES LUNCH BUNCH
will next meet in
January 2019
. Watch for the announcement in January's e-news.
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NATIVITY'S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
will meet on
Thursday, November 15
at 2PM
in the Fellowship Hall. The book for the month is
From Sand and Ash
by Amy Harmon. All are welcome to attend and discuss this book.
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The
December
meeting of the Book Discussion Group will be on
Thursday, December 6
at 2PM
at the Ivory Road Restaurant on route 191, just north of the Long Shoals intersection with Rt. 191. We will enjoy an English Tea as we discuss
Love Without Limits
by Jacqueline Bussie.
Reservations are necessary
to have enough places and food for everyone.
The cost of the tea is $20. You may attend and not purchase the tea, but you must still let us know if you are planning to attend by November 15. Call
Peggy Oehm
, 828.964.2656 or
Linda Blake
, 684.8378.
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To benefit victims of Hurricane Florence
Skyland Fire Department
Community Room
Saturday, December 1
7:30am until 11:00am
$8 Adult | $6 Child
At the door
sponsored by Farm to Fender Cafe
and the Rotary Club of Arden
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Scripture Readings beginning November 11
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TAKING FAITH HOME
This weekly devotional handout is also available on the Welcome Desk. "Taking Faith Home" is a production of Milestones Ministry, LLC, and is created by a team led by an ELCA Pastor.
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Lutheran Church of the Nativity
2425 Hendersonville Rd. | P. O. Box 208
Arden, North Carolina 28704
www. nativityarden.org | 828.684.0352
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