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This Friday, December 1 | 11:00 AM | Chapel
Join us for Blue Christmas, Service of Remembrance. All who have lost a loved one or anyone who would like to attend are welcome. Hear words of encouragement, beautiful music and the reading of the names of those who have passed on.
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This Saturday, December 2 | 12:00 PM
We will serve a meal to those in need at Ventura Cove, in the Mission Bay area, and share the love of Christ.
Please remember that no quantity is too small or too large; bring what you can.
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La Jolla Symphony Chorus - Messiah Sing | |
This Sunday, December 3 | 4:30 PM
The La Jolla Symphony Chorus brings their renowned "Messiah Sing" to the Village Church. This Holiday tradition invites all to join in a sing-a-long experience of George Frederic Handel's beloved Messiah, with orchestra and soloists under the direction of Dr. Arian Khaefi.
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Our new Advent Devotional will be published starting Sunday, December 3 the first Sunday of Advent!
Featuring short articles by church members, the Devotional is an excellent way for you to observe this special season of preparation to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
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Women's Christmas Luncheon | |
Wednesday, December 13
11:30 AM | Fellowship Center
Join us for our annual Women's Christmas Luncheon. Enjoy a catered lunch, fellowship, and friendship while celebrating the Christmas season. All ladies and friends are welcome!
TICKETS ARE $20. Tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, December 6. No same-day walk-ins.
For more information contact:
Robin Singer.
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Please consider sponsoring a poinsettia "in memory of" or "in honor of a loved one" for the Christmas Season.
To purchase, please fill out the form inserted in the bulletin or use the button below to purchase online.
Submit a form with payment no later than Monday, December 11.
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Saturday, December 9
9:00 AM | Fellowship Center
Families, come join us for a delicious breakfast in the Fellowship Center and gather 'round to see and hear the beautiful Christmas story read by Pastor Jack and a few of his Bible character friends.
For More Information
Contact Michelle Yuen.
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Through Friday, December 8
The Angel Tree program allows us to provide Christmas gifts to the children of the families we serve at Solutions For Change. Sign up via the link below, select a gift request from the list, purchase the gift, wrap it, and bring it to church office.
Contact Terri Dickson at terri.dickson@gmail.com
for more information.
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Sunday, December 10 | 7:00 PM
Performing
Gloria by John Rutter
The Christmas Cantata by Daniel Pinkham
And Christmas Carol settings by Sir David Willcocks
Featuring
Village Community Chorale, Brass and Percussion
Suzanne Shick, organist
Juan Carlos Acosta, music director and conductor
No ticket required. Free-will offering.
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Saturday, December 16
12:00 - 4:00 PM
Join us at the San Diego Rescue Mission to serve our unsheltered neighbors a hot Christmas dinner. We want to bless those living on the streets with warm food, handy giveaways, and the love of Christ. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community during the holiday season.
Please contact Diana Van Duzer for more information and to sign up.
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Sunday, December 17
3:00 PM | Fellowship Center
Come join us for an afternoon of spreading holiday cheer by singing some of your favorite Christmas songs! This family-friendly event will feature heartwarming classic carols and the stories that make these songs so well-loved.
Service Project:
Support our mission partner Interfaith Community Services by assembling 100 toiletry bags.
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Alternative Christmas Market | |
Continuing online through December 24
The purpose of the Alternative Christmas Market is to provide people with the opportunity to give gifts that will bring the true joy of Christmas to the giver, the recipient, and those who are in need. Give online to support our mission partners.
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Special Offering: Middle East | |
The Village Church, in conjunction with The Outreach Foundation, is launching an Emergency Appeal in response to the war in the Middle East. All funds will be directed to those who are suffering as a result of the war.
We will continue in prayer that the Light of Christ will shine in the darkness through the compassion of Christian people everywhere. Please direct your giving to “Middle East” fund.
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A memorial service for Woody McAndrew will be held on Saturday, December 9, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel. Please keep the McAndrew family in your prayers.
A memorial service for Lou Martin will be held on Friday, December 15, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel. Please keep the Martin family in your prayers.
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Sanctuary Stewards
Are you looking for a way to serve the church that fits your schedule? Become a Sanctuary Steward! The Stewards will work with the Worship Ministry to keep the sanctuary and narthex ready for worship each week.
Stewards may serve any time the church building is open and available, after a short informational training. If you are interested in serving please contact Twyla Arant, Worship Coordinator.
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Stewardship Campaign
“We the Church” is the motto of our special season of reflection and then commitment regarding how we individually support the life of our community of faith.
Since God has given us everything that we have, it is important that we give back to God from everything that he has given. This balance in our giving is necessary so that the whole life of the church will thrive.
If you’ve not yet returned your pledge card to the church, please do so at your earliest convenience.
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Theme: Advent Blessings
All month long our Youth will be learning what the Advent season is all about - Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. We'll talk about being blessed and blessing others. We'll have several opportunities to serve those in need as well as celebrate all God is doing.
Don't miss it!
Contact our Youth Director, Christine Hecker for more information or see more online
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