What a week we have experienced!
It was the largest voter turnout in American history. We had, at one time, almost a two hour wait to vote. There was enthusiasm and great attitudes even with the long wait. For the first time people saw our new Commons and were very complimentary of how beautiful it was.
Many took time to say they are watching on our livestream. That’s encouraging, but I am still greatly concerned about what the future of church will look like. It will not be the same as this new normal will be seen in how a staff relates, ministers, and administrates virtually. I will struggle with that in a great way. God shaped me for relationships and I dislike relating by Zoom. It hurts to see more than 50% of our congregation is not here on a given Sunday. I will never acquiesce to this virus. I will still call for in person worship and not forsake the assembly of the saints. At some point and time the Church has to choose faith over fear. That’s my prayer.
Serve opportunities
Let’s gather this Saturday to assemble the Operation Christmas Child boxes! We will meet at 9:00am, Saturday, November 14, in the Commons. We will be careful to socially distance. Everyone is invited to help prepare these gifts for children across the world!
Community
We gathered last weekend to help a man in the community who recently lost his wife. Several from our church family joined me as we worked to get the yard prepared for winter. This will result in Kingdom Growth! You can see some of the photos below.
Christmas Eve
We will discuss Christmas Eve services and put out a schedule next week of how families can enjoy the tradition of being together for this special time. Pray for your staff as we make final plans for budgets and how we will faithfully minister to our families and community.
Pastor Randy
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We pause this day to recognize with grateful hearts all of those who have served in the military. We are thankful for your service and sacrifice on behalf of our nation. Thank you!
11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month
in honor of all who served in peace or war
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**This Saturday!**
Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
Church members of all ages are invited to take part with us on Saturday, November 14 at 9:00am, when we stuff 200 boxes with these items for boys and girls across the world! We’ll meet at the church at 9 am, working together to package them one box at a time. Bring your neighbors, kids, and friends to be a part of this wonderful Families on Mission opportunity!
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Reservations for Sunday Morning Worship Services, November 15
Reservations for our On-Campus Worship Services for Sunday, November 15 are now open. We offer a choir-led worship service at 9:00am and a praise band-led service at 10:30am.
Both services will be livestreamed for those unable to attend on-campus. You can join us virtually by logging onto the YouTube streaming service. Click here to join us and subscribe to our YouTube channel.
***PLEASE NOTE*** Our student Bible Study Groups will meet at 9:00am this week. Our preschool and children's Bible Study Groups will continue to meet at 10:30am. There will be an adult Bible study meeting on campus at 9:00am and another offered at 10:30am.
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Mission Partnerships and Opportunities
For more information on the opportunities available to partner with different ministries, especially as we come into the holiday season, go to libertypark.org/2020-outreach
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Let’s Read the Bible Together
As we walk through this pandemic, we encourage you to join us as we take a break from the news and noise each day to focus our hearts on Jesus by reading through books of the Bible together, one chapter a day. #TCLPreadsJudges
Our readings for this week are:
- Wednesday, November 11 - Judges 4
- Thursday, November 12 - Judges 5
- Friday, November 13 - Judges 6
- Saturday, November 14 - Review/Catch Up
- Sunday, November 15 - Worship with TCLP
- Monday, November 16 - Judges 7
- Tuesday, November 17 - Judges 8
- Wednesday, November 18 - Judges 9
To view short video devotions, given by staff and church members, on the daily readings, click here.
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Prayer List
Everyone can participate by praying! The prayer list is always available to view on the church website. The password is pray. You can submit requests through this simple form, or you can email Carol.
And please send us updates! We love to praise the Lord for answered prayer and continue to rejoice and pray with you.
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How Can I Stay Informed?
We will update you regularly through the following channels:
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Children & Student Ministry Updates |
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Student Ministry Updates
Wednesday Activities
Tonight, November 11
Out of an abundance of caution due to the recent cases of Covid-19, the middle and high school students will not meet for Bible study.
November 18
We will have a pancake night for the students from 6:00pm-7:15pm. Volunteers are needed to bring a griddle and help serve pancakes. Please let Pastor Clint know if you can help.
Sunday Activities
November 15, 9:00am - Youth Bible Study
We will not meet for Sunday morning Bible study this week.
Save the Date: January 15-17 Disciple Now Weekend! More details to come!
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Your Generosity Helps to Continue Our Mission
Thank you for your support of The Church at Liberty Park. Your generosity helps us continue our mission of glorifying God and making disciples by inviting our community to enjoy fulfilling lives in Christ. Below are a few reminders about giving options.
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Give Online: www.libertypark.org/give
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Text to Give: Text TCLP to 73256 to give using your text messaging. Standard text messaging rates may apply.
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Give by Check: Please make checks payable to: The Church at Liberty Park and mail to: 12001 Liberty Parkway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35242.
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Offerings Received
- November 1-8, 2020 - $35,222
- November 2019 - $100,038
- YTD 2020 - $1,041,429
- YTD 2019 - $1,073,600
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