From the Pastor

This Sunday we will look at Matthew 25:31–46, a passage that speaks about the judgment of nations, when people are separated one from another “as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.” Did you know that this was a common herding practice for shepherds at the end of each day? It was because the goats needed a bit more protection from the cold than the sheep did. Interesting.

In this passage Jesus also talks about feeding the hungry, welcoming the stranger, and visiting those who are sick or in prison.

Our denomination has chosen Matthew 25 to cast a vision for all PC(USA) churches, to engage in these three priorities:

·        Building congregational vitality

·        Dismantling structural racism

·        Eradicating systemic poverty

We’ll be singing a Matthew 25 hymn, “Jesus Be with Us,” on Sunday. There’s also a video of the hymn. I encourage you to familiarize yourself with the music by watching the video. It is a good description of the PC(USA) vision of what Jesus is asking us to do together around these priorities.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Paul

NATIVITY SET (CRECHE) DISPLAY

Would you like to share a nativity set to be displayed in the sanctuary during Advent?

If so, please leave it in the room off the narthex in a box or bag. Be sure to enclose a note with your name and a brief note about the nativity/creche.

PLEASE NOTE: You can bring your nativity ANY Sunday in Advent and we will find a spot for it.

Questions? Contact Tricia Lloyd-Sidle, revtjls@gmail.com or 502-681-4059.

 UCHM Update

Christmas Connection—United Crescent Hill Ministries is asking for cash donations to sponsor a child. A $150 donation will cover the cost of gifts and food for one child over the holidays—but donations of any amount are welcomed. Deadline for donations is December 4. To receive more information about sponsorship and to donate, visit the following link:

https://www.uchmlouky.org/christmas-connection-sponsorship-sign-up/

Santa Sprint & Stroll—The 27th annual Santa Sprint & Stroll is Saturday, December 16, at 9:00 a.m., at Hogan's Fountain in Cherokee Park. This merry 5k run/walk will benefit the work of United Crescent Hill Ministries. The event features a scenic course in Cherokee Park, long-sleeve T-shirts for participants, awards, refreshments, and photos with Santa! To register and receive more information, visit this link:

https://www.uchmlouky.org/santa-sprint/ 

Build-A-Bed

CHPC and First Christian Church, December 9 & 10

First Christian Church

7700 US Highway 42

Please join CHPC in our upcoming Build-A-Bed event on December 9 and 10. CHPC is partnering with First Christian Church of Louisville in building 25 beds for children in our community, many of whom are sleeping on the floor, an air mattress, or a sofa. There's not a better way of going into the Advent Season than by providing 25 children a comfortable bed of their own. Please sign up in the narthex to volunteer or to donate. New standard twin sheet sets, new teddy bears, new pillows and new diverse children's books are also needed and can be placed in the narthex. See the attached flyer for more information.

Spanish/English books for La Casita children

For the second year, faith communities are joining in a holiday partnership with La Casita Center. CHPC folks donated lots of rice, beans, and cooking oil last year. This year we’re invited to donate children’s books, chosen from a list prepared by La Casita’s child enrichment team. The books will be given to families on December 12.

To participate: 

Option 1 – Order by December 1 using online registry with Carmichael’s Bookstore (20% discount). Book/s will go directly to La Casita Center. 

https://www.carmichaelsbookstore.com/wishlist/1029

Option 2 – Purchase from another vendor and have books sent to La Casita Center (P.O. Box 1844, Louisville, KY 40201) OR deliver them directly during regular donation times, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., to 223 E. Magnolia Ave. (enter through alley and ring back doorbell). December 6 is the last day to drop books off at La Casita Center.

Contact for questions/more info: Tricia Lloyd-Sidle, revtjls@gmail.com