FIGS ARE REQUIRED
Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12, Isaiah 11:1-10
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A GREAT DAY IN THE KINGDOM
Have you ever experienced a broken promise? Most everyone on Earth has been let down, disappointed and even discouraged at times, from a broken promise. Have you ever...
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LET THERE BE CHRISTMAS
Sunday, December 19th, 11:00
Join our Advent Choir for this year's cantata, 'Let There Be Christmas' by Joseph M. Martin. It is sure to bring you Christmas joy!
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CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
Friday, December 24th, 5:00pm, 7:00pm, and 9:00pm
5:00pm Family Nativity Service
This service is focused on having the children join in the preparation for Christmas Day. Our impromptu nativity has been labelled "Holy Chaos", but we love it and every child gets to play a part! If your child would like to join in simple arrive by 4:30pm to get your costume.
7:00 and 9:00pm Traditional Candlelight Service
Filled with traditional carols and choir singing, we prepare for the birth of Jesus with anticipation and joy. This is a special service which prepares us for the coming of Christ. Silent Night by candlelight warms our hearts as we head home ready for Christmas morning.
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POINSETTIA SALES
Let’s fill the sanctuary with beautiful flowers for Advent! Sunday is the last day to purchase Poinsettias. Order at the Connection Center for $20 each. Those who purchase plants may take them home after the Christmas Eve services.
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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Saturday, December 4th, 9:00-10:30am
Come enjoy breakfast, make some crafts and, of course, visit with Santa!
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ADVOCATS ANGEL PROJECT
This year we will once again be collecting donations of wrapping paper, tape and bows for the AdvoCats Angel Project. Please place items in the marked bin in the Narthex. Donations will be collected until Sunday, December 5th.
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BOB BULL’S COAT DRIVE
Through February 1st we will be collecting gently-used coats to be distributed by Beautiful Feet in Fort Worth. All sizes are needed, children through adult! Please make sure coats are clean and in “working order”.
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CAMPER'S CHURCH
Saturday, January 8th, 3:00pm
Join us on January 8th for our next Camper’s Church!
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BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES |
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MEN'S DEVOTIONAL BREAKFAST
Mondays, 7:30am, Chapel
Pastor Joel will be sharing a short devotional with this group. Burritos and coffee will be served. This is an opportunity to meet new people and decompress. The goal is for those not retired, to get back on the road by 8:15, at the latest. A donation of $5 is asked to cover the cost.
Devotion scriptures for:
Dec. 6th - Matthew 25:1-13
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CHRISTIANITY AND WORLD RELIGIONS
Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30am, Chapel
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PASTOR'S BIBLE STUDIES
Wednesdays
IN THE AM - 9:30am, Chapel/Activity Center
IN THE PM - 6:00pm, Gathering Room
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JAVA & JESUS
Thursdays, 10:00-11:30am, Gathering Room
Java & Jesus is a gathering for “busy moms” ~ and grammas! ~ who are interested in fellowship and an encouraging Word. Join-in as we begin a video series “I Give Up” by Laura Story. No outside reading required. Nursery childcare is provided! Please contact: trudysmith@aledoumc.org if you have questions, or if you plan to attend with kiddos, so we have plenty of nursery workers.
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SCHOOL PRAYER MINISTRY
The new school year is here! Let's support our local school with prayer. Sign up to pray for a school each week for one month, either in person or by proxy. To pray for the month of December, stop by the Connection Center to sign up for your school.
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We have several church members who are no longer able to drive to church. Would you be willing to help a senior church member get to and from worship on Sunday morning? Please sign up at the Connection Center or contact Trudy Smith for more information.
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If you would like to help feed our neighbors, we are currently short of the following items:
- Canned pasta
- Canned black beans
- Pork & Beans or Ranch style
- Canned mixed vegetables
- Tuna Helper
Please be sure to check the expiration dates. Donations can be placed in the marked bin in the Narthex. Thank you for your faithfulness in feeding our hungry friends.
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In your times of prayer throughout the week,
please remember the people named below.
Concerns: Dan Tonroy; Bobbie Ballard; DeeAnn Day; Geneyne Clark; Patsy Johnston; Pam Christiansen; Sandy Wright’s mother Kay Russel; Robbie Reed; Tammy Jones’ mother Janet Brown; Toni Klavin; Sam Warden; Brian and Mindy Poitevent’s nephew Jackson; Shannon Reynold’s mother Anita Sparks; Bill Burt; Lilly Hefner
Special members who are unable to worship with us: Jim and Pat Glenn; Geneyne Clark; Mattie Graham; Stella Lee; Bobbie Wooten; jody Young; LouAnn Doss; Sandra Dean; Beverly Choat; Ken Fisher
Joys: Ed and Kim Watson on the birth of their grandson Jack Bentsen Bailey
Long-term prayer concerns: Zan McGlinchey; JoAnne Cole; Deana McMullen’s mother Joyce Bush; Robin Boomer’s nephew Wayne Taylor; Carrie Hester; Mary Mock’s sister Doris Russell; Stella Lee’s daughter Sherroll Shirley; Susan Morey; DeeAnn Day’s mother Lou Ann Pate; Gavin Trietsch; Jeremy Hartle; Steve and Paula Moore; Our Country and All Military Personnel
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SUNDAY
9am - Contemporary HUB Service (in-person)
11am - Sanctuary Service (in-person)
6pm - Students@The Quad
WEDNESDAY
6pm - Children's JAM (Jesus and Me) - Chapel
6pm - Area 56 - Chapel
6pm - Students@The Quad
6pm - Pastor's Bible Study
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