Advent marks a season of intentional waiting. We purposefully remember the story of Jesus' birth and life among us, and we wait in hope for His return! As we lean into the season of Advent, we are exploring the biblical Christmas narrative, and how the prophecy and birth of Jesus brought HOPE, JOY, PEACE, and His LOVING presence through the chaos of life to an unexpected group of people.
With the beginning of Advent we are settling into the gift of Sabbath. Sabbath invites us to stop. It literally means to cease. If you're like us and you're looking for creative ways to capture the heart of Sabbath in your everyday life, consider participating with our church family as we collectively make room for a Savior.
AN ADVENT GUIDE
Let’s practice the presence and way of Jesus through scripture and experience, together. Grab some candles, a few friends or family members and embrace the story of our Savior, Jesus.
A SABBATH MOMENT
In this season we are settling into the gift of Sabbath. Sabbath invites us to stop. It literally means to cease. If you're like us and you're looking for creative ways to capture the heart of Sabbath in your everyday life, consider participating with our church family as we collectively make room for a Savior.
Whether you are new to the rhythm of Sabbath or you have practiced it for years…welcome to A Sabbath Moment! This simply is a practice around the dinner table where we join in the good old-fashioned art of sharing a meal.
Download Sabbath Moment Booklet
COMMUNITY BLESSING
Community Blessing is a way for our church family to practice the giving and receiving of hospitality through the holiday season.
Do you have a need? Can you respond to a need?
Can you do both - share & respond to a need?
Let’s slow down to love and be a force for good in
the world....and in our church family. Learn more here.
COLLECTING NEEDS: November 19-December 3 - Forms available online and at the Gathering Place kiosk
RESPONDING TO NEEDS: December 3-17 - Respond to needs online or in the Gathering Place
CHRISTMAS EVE @ THE DOOR
Join us Christmas Eve for our annual Family Candlelight Gatherings. We can't wait to celebrate the HOPE, JOY, PEACE, and LOVING presence that Jesus brings to the world! Cookies & warm beverages will be available in the Gathering Place between the gatherings because we are cozy like that. Childcare for children 3 years and under available at the 3pm gathering.
Service Times: 3 & 5pm
On-line options available (Facebook and YouTube)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BOTH CHRISTMAS EVE GATHERINGS:
We need some people to help serve at our Christmas Eve gatherings. This is a great way for a family or a group of friends to serve together.
The positions include:
Greeters: Stand at the exterior doors and greet people as they enter.
Ushers: Help people find seats and light candles.
Candle Team: Help hand out candles to people as they walk into the gathering.
Refreshment Team: Keep the refreshments stocked
