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Advent & Christmas
Service & Outreach
FOOD CARDS FOR FAMILIES IN NEED
We are also asking for donations of money to purchase food cards for each of the Giving Tree families. You can make checks payable to FCC (memo: giving tree cards) or donate online through FCC website.
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MITTEN TREE
Folks are also invited to place warm woolies - hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and socks on the tree to be given to those who are in need by Tuesday, December 16th. We will give the "warm woolies" to SASD elementary and middle schools to distribute.
Advent Fellowship
ADVENT DECORATING
EXTENDED COFFEE HOUR
Sunday, December 7
Join us for a time of fellowship during coffee hour following worship. While the adults and youth decorate the sanctuary, children will have the opportunity to do Christmas activities in classroom #6. We will conclude with singing a few Christmas carols in the sanctuary.
CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE
The church is providing a way to give to families in need during the holiday season. We are working with SASD Social Workers to identify families. Gift tags (items under $30) are available now. Participants are encouraged to purchase the gift, wrap it up and return under the tree by Sun. Dec. 14. Make sure to attach gift tag to outside of package so we can identify the family group. We will be sorting the gifts on Tues. Dec. 16 from 10 am to noon in Lucas Hall and SASD social workers will deliver to families prior to Christmas.
THURSDAY STUDY GROUP
“FIELD NOTES IN THE WILDERNESS”
Thursdays in December
The Thurs Study Group is reading Sarah Bessey's "Field Notes in the Wilderness." It is a nurturing and hopeful collection of practices to help an emerging generation of Christians reconnect to their faith, find inner healing, and build spiritual community.” Held from 9:30-10:30 am in the church lounge. Contact Pastor Julia if you would like to be included in the weekly email. Open to all.
YOUTH CHRISTMAS PARTY
Wednesday, December 10
All Middle and High School Youth are invited to a Christmas Party (dinner and games) held in the Youth Room from 5:30-8 pm. Subs and drinks provided. Bring some wild/crazy item from around your house for a WHITE ELEPHANT gift exchange. Also please bring a dish to share (desserts, chips or salad). Nancy Engberg and leaders.
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Spiritual Growth & Devotionals
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FAMILY LIGHT STRANDS
ADVENT CALENDAR
Hang this countdown calendar in a prominent place. It provides 25 activities to help you get into the Advent and Christmas spirit.
“SOON AND VERY SOON”
ADVENT DEVOTIONAL
“Soon and Very Soon” Advent Devotional reflects the tenor of Romans 13:11-12, "Salvation is nearer to us than when we became believers. The night is far gone; the day is near." The theme acknowledges our need for radical hope, and encourages us to prepare for God's best. Join the Stillspeaking Writers' Group and contributors in the daily readings of Soon and Very Soon. Each day includes a scripture reading, reflection and prayer.
Spiritual Growth & Devotionals
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"THE STAR ARISING"
CHRISTMAS CANTATA
Sunday, December 14 at 10 am
FCC members and friends will be presenting this Christmas Cantata "The Star Arising" by Joseph M. Martin. It will be a musical celebration with full choir and musicians under the direction of Carra-Lyn Conger. John and Kathleen Donovan will serve as narrators and will light the Advent candles.
SPONSOR A POINSETTIA
On Sunday, Dec. 14 through Dec. 29th, poinsettias will be decorating our altar. We invite FCC folk to sponsor a poinsettia in memory or honor of a loved one. Cost is $15. Sign-up here to sponsor a flower or fill out a form on the Education Table. Following worship on Sun. Dec. 30, the Deacons of Membership and Pastoral Care will coordinate the delivery of the poinsettias to homebound/members in need of support.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
"GOD'S GREAT IDEA: A COSMIC CHRISTMAS"
Sunday, December 21 at 10 am
During the 10 am worship service, the Sunday School children and youth will present a Christmas program - "Cosmic Christmas." On Nov. 30, Dec. 7 & 14, the Sunday School classes will be learning songs, under the direction of Wade Heinen and Levi Ruona, that will be included in the program. The Middle School youth will provide a narrated portrayal of how Jesus’ birth is a part of the wonderful unfurling of God’s great idea for all of creation. The younger Sunday School classes will participate in the drama as nativity characters: angels, shepherds, planets and stars. There will be a special rehearsal from 9-10 am on Sat. Dec. 20th for ALL participants.
CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP
Wednesday, December 24
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4 pm service will include carols and Children's Christmas story. The Formolo family will light the Christ candle. The FCC Choir will sing. Youth (4th grade and older) will share their musical talent during the 3:40 pm prelude.
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9 pm service will include carols and a Christmas message given by Pastor Jim.
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