HANGING OF THE GREENS

Sunday, December 1, 6:30pm



Get ready for an electrifying night of worship as we kick off Advent with Hanging of the Greens! Join us for a thrilling performance by America's Got Talent semi-finalist, Lachuné Boyd, and watch as our children and youth transform the sanctuary into a festive wonderland. This is an event you won't want to miss - come and experience the joy of the Christmas season with us!

ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF

Sunday, December 1, 5:30pm

Our annual Deck the Halls Chili Cook-off judging begins at 4:30pm, followed by dinner at 5:30pm. Sign up at the Connection Center!

CHRISTMAS POINSETTIAS



During the Advent season, we will fill the Sanctuary with beautiful Christmas poinsettias! If you would like to sponsor a plant, please complete the order form at the Connection Center. Suggested donation is $20 for 6" pot plants or $30 for 10" pot plants. Sponsors may take their plants home following Christmas Eve services.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

December 7, 9-10:30am

Come enjoy a delicious breakfast and visit with Santa!

Don't know what to do with your worn-out t-shirts? We want them - stains, holes, and all! This year at Breakfast with Santa, our children will be using old t-shirts to create toys for shelter dogs. Please leave donations in the marked bin in the Narthex. Thank you!!

LADIES' ORNAMENT EXCHANGE PARTY

Monday, December 2, 6:30pm, 1301 Saddle Trail

Ladies, join us for a night full of fun and laughter! Bring a new, wrapped ornament ($10-$15 range) and an appetizer to share. Please RSVP to Shannon Reynolds.

MEN'S WINTER RETREAT - SAVE THE DATE!

February 21-22, Glen Lake Camp

Details coming soon!

JAVA & JESUS

Thursdays, 9:00-11:00am, Gathering Room

Moms, now is the perfect time to take some time out of your week and join us! Enjoy fellowship with other busy moms as we explore the Advent Study The Redemption of Scrooge by Matt Rawle. No reading required; nursery provided. For more info, contact Trudy Smith.

MEN'S DEVOTIONAL BREAKFAST

Mondays, 7:30am, MAC Center



Men, start your week with a brief devotional, led by David Stubbs. 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.

November 25 - No meeting

December 2 - 1 John 4:7-21

December 9 - 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

December 16 - 2 Timothy 2:1-13

MANNA ROOM FOOD PANTRY

Thank you for your generous donations to the Manna Room! Due to a large donation from the Aledo ISD food drive, the Manna Room is very well stocked at this time. New lists will be published as needs arise. Again, thank you for all you do to support this ministry! 

ADVOCATS ANGEL PROJECT

The Aledo Children's AdvoCats Angel Project is underway, and you can help by donating Christmas wrapping supplies. Items needed include gift bags, rolls of wrapping paper, tape, bows and gift tags. Donations may be placed in the marked bin in the Narthex, now through December 7th. Thank you!

SUPPORT GROUPS FOR AREAS OF LIFE

Our groups are open to adults in our community who are experiencing daily challenges.

• Alzheimer's Support Group & Kaleidoscope - meets the second Thursday of each month at 1:00pm.
• Cancer Support Group - meets the second Tuesday of each month
• Caring Hearts/Stephen Ministers - offer compassionate and confidential prayer, support, and encouragement

For more information on any of these groups go to our Ministry Page at CLICK HERE.