November 29, 2018
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20's + 30's Fellowship
S T A Y  C O N N E C T E D
C O N T A C T  U S
Vine Christmas Party!
Saturday, December 8 
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MARCH 1-3, 2019

Missionary Updates
Terri Shell
{InterVarsity}
  Brian & Lauren Mann
{Greek InterVarsity}
John & Janie Farwell
{Athletes in Action}
Robin Bolash
{InterVarsity at Meredith}
Marion Dewar
{Cru @NC Stat e }
Quick Links
Welcome to The Pulse!  Please take a minute to check out what's happening at Church of the Apostles.
 
PRAY WITHOUT CEASING
Please join your church in praying for the following requests for the life and mission of the church:
 
+ Give thanks for the life and witness of our friend and brother, David Whittaker, who served for years in prison ministry and gave testimony to God's goodness at every turn.

+ Pray for those in our church who may struggle in marriage, that the Lord would bring healing, hope and restoration to them.

+ Pray for our government leaders, who are God's servants for the good of all people (Romans 13:4).

THIS SUNDAY @ APOSTLES
Exodus 6:28-7:13 | Mark 1:1-6
When You Don't See God's Power  ~ Rev. Patrick Dominguez

WHAT'S HAPPENING @ APOSTLES
December 2nd
Advent Wreath Making {10am}

December 5th
Potluck, Prayer & Praise {5:30pm}
POTLUCK SIGN UP HERE

December 9th
Women's Retreat Bake Sale
{after both services}

December 12th
Women's Coffee & Dessert {7pm}
SIGN UP HERE

December 16th
Christmas Pageant {10am}

December 24th
Christmas Eve Services 
{3pm, 5pm, 11pm}

We welcome dedications of the Advent poinsettias. The dedications, In memory of or In honor of the person you choose, and who the poinsettias are given by will be listed in the Christmas Eve bulletin. The A $15 donation is suggested.  Last day to submit ~ Friday, December 14.


You may pick up your poinsettias at the Christmas Eve Services.


We invite any who would like to assist in decorating the church for Christmas to join us on Saturday, December 1 between 9:00am and 12:30pm. This is a fun, easy way to serve and fellowship where no previous experience is required. The simple instructions and supplies are ready when you arrive, and help as long as you have time.
Questions? Mary Amundsen { [email protected]}.



First Monday of the Month!
LBC |1053 E Whitaker Mill Road


The evening will begin with a potluck dinner at 5:30 in the fellowship hall, followed by a time of prayer and praise in the sanctuary at 6:30.


A-I: side dish | J-O: dessert |  P-Z: main dish

Please bring a goodie you'd like to donate, labeling the contents. All baked goods can be dropped of the day of the sale. Buy a goodie: The bake sale will be open after both the 8:30 and 11:00 services. Consider grabbing a treat for a friend, neighbor or Christmas gift! Proceeds will go toward scholarships for the Women's Retreat in March. Questions: Jane Speight { [email protected]}.


MISSIONS

Please bring a new, unwrapped toy or article of clothing for the Pride for Parents Christmas Store. Pride for Parents is a ministry that provides new items for local low-income families to purchase at reduced costs. There will be a drop off area in the lobby. Items will be collected through December 9th. Volunteers are needed in the Pride for  Parents Store!  VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Suggested Items:
toys
all size bikes and scooters w/helmets
games
education items
new clothes {infants to teen}
 
GUATEMALA 2019
Apostles will return to Guatemala City: June 15-22, 2019 working with  Potter's House Guatemala . Applications are due on December 20th

2019 Guatemala Application + Details
 
FINANCIAL UPDATE
2018 GIVING RECORDS
Please note that gifts of securities and mutual funds must be transferred to, and received in, the Church's brokerage account by noon on Dec. 31, 2018 to be included with 2018 giving.   Because the church offices will be closed December 25 - 28, we are requesting that you make every effort to bring any year end gifts for the general offering during the services on December 23rd, 24th, and 31st, or simply mail them. Payments mailed and postmarked by December 31, 2018 will be reflected on your 2018 Giving Record. If your bank issues your payment, please allow plenty of time for our receipt by mail. You can always check your giving records by logging into Apostles Link. Click on the Give option in the left margin; go to Schedules/ History tab where you can see your history or print a Giving Statement for you or your family.

For any questions about your giving, please contact Laynette Rustin, [email protected].
 
WOMEN'S MINISTRY

Bring and friend and a dessert to share!
~Fellowship Hall~
 
STUDENT MINISTRY





CHRISTMAS PARTY ~ December 2
{6-8 pm Fellowship Hall}

WHAT TO BRING:
1) A $5 wrapped gift.  Please bring something you would like to receive, not just something you are trying to get rid of.
2) A snack to share | Last Names:
A-M: bring a salty/savory appetizer 
N-Z: bring a sweet dessert {please label nuts, gluten free, etc.}

Wear your best Christmas sweater or attire!






CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Lessons for December 2, 2018
> Nursery:  John is Born {Luke 1:5-25; 57-80}
> Kids Time: Gabriel Visits Mary {Luke 1:26-38}


CHURCH STAFF
Patrick Dominguez   - Senior Pastor
Eric Bolash - Associate Pastor
Jay Traylor - Church Planter in Residence
Jonathan Noel - Director of Worship Arts
Paul Morales - Director of Student Ministry
Emily Gebbie  - Student Ministry Assistant
Stacey Wiley  - Director of Children's Ministry   
Ashley Crutchfield  - Raleigh Fellows Director
Lee Hilts - Executive Director
Laynette Rustin - Financial Administrator
Laura Witter - Communications and Building Administrator
Marsha Whyte  - Administrative Assistant
Ann Dotson - Director of Women's Ministry
Doug Brogdon - Volunteer Coordinator

Contact Us
333 Church at North Hills Street . Raleigh, NC . 27609
Office: (919) 782-0550 | Pastoral Care Emergencies: (919) 283-2682