December 24Announcements
#1) Women’s Discipleship Opportunities
Thursday Mornings –New/revised start date for women’s bible study is Thursday, January 11.
GRACE – A Bible Study on Ephesians for Women written by Keri Folmar.This 11-week study delves into the book of Ephesians where Paul lays a rock-solid foundation for a believers true identity in Christ.Together we will learn who and what we are in Christ, as well as praise God for what He planned in eternity past and desires to reveal to us now.We will discover how believers should embrace God’s grace in faith, live in light of what Christ has accomplished for us, and strive to be strong in the Lord by putting on his armor. Cost is $5.
Childcare will be provided up through age 5. Please sign up on the sheet in the foyer, by calling the church office or by emailing Mary Lynne Johnson at . If registering children please indicate the names and ages of all children you plan to enroll in the nursery or childcare program. The deadline for registration is December 22.
#2)Men's Discipleship Opportunities
Join other men to grow as disciples this winter! We are reading The Imperfect Discipleby Jared C. Wilson. Books will be available in lobby next week and cost is $12. There are currently three different groups meeting. If you are interested but none of these times work for you, please contact the church office.
Mondays (6:30am) at 57th/Cliff HyVee
(Begins January 8th)
Wednesdays (noon) at Beef O'Brady's on 69th St
(Begins January 3rd)
Saturdays (7am) at Josiah's Coffee
(Begins January 6th)
#3) Eagle Lake is Coming July 23-27th.
Eagle Lake is a week long camp for kids ages 7-12 that takes place at our church. The well-trained counselors pursue discipleship with each camper in an extremely fun and energetic environment. Registration opens on January 1st. The cost is $200. Scholarships are available. Also, Eagle Lake is providing a $25 early-bird discount through the end of February. That discount can be added to the early-bird discount the church provides through the end of April! Visit eaglelakecamps.com/firstefree to register or find more info.
Allergy Notice
Due to severe peanut allergies in our congregation, we can absolutely have NO peanut products in our building. This applies to any day of the week and for any activity you may be attending in our building.
We have attendees with fragrance allergies. We have designated the first six rows of the left section of our sanctuary (as you look at the stage) for them. If you wear fragrances, we would appreciate you avoiding that area.
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Parent Reading Group
A group of parents plan to readThe Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in its Proper Place by Andy Crouch together and then meet to discuss it on Saturday, January 13. If you are interested in being a part of this group, please contact Pastor Dan (). Copies of the book will be available for $10.
Christmas Schedule
Friday, December 22 - Tuesday, December 26 Office Closed.
Sunday, December 24 No Sunday School. Christmas Eve Service at 5pm.
Wednesday, December 27 No Events.
Sunday, December 31 No Sunday School and No Evening Service.
Monday, January 1 Office Closed.