Announcements Week of March 7, 2010

General Fund Financials
Avg Weekly Need: $9,333
Last Week’s Giving: $8,757
Avg Giving This Year: $6,999

Our average weekly giving is more than $2000 LESS than our weekly need for just the basics (mortgage, lights, salaries). Please prayerfully consider increasing your giving.


Technical Presentation Team
Volunteers Needed Operate the sound system & worship display projectors during worship. Training provided by our expert crew already performing these duties.
Sign-up sheet on the systems room door.
Contact Tom Zielke for info.

Annual Reports + Available on table in Narthex

Loaves and Fishes
March 14, Bring food for less fortunate

Poverty Simulation Sunday
March 14, 5-7pm
Could you survive a month in poverty?
Assume a role in a family. More info in the Narthex.
RSVP by March 1
Mary & John Hejka 704-846-4426 or Bill Roberts 704-821-1894

All Committees Night
March 15, 6:30pm Everyone is encouraged to be part of a committee.
Worship 1st- then split into committees.

Community Health Screening
Fri March 19 @ SOJ-Pre-registration is required. Ultrasound tests conducted by Life Line Screening will be held to determine risk of stroke (due to carotid artery blockage), abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease, & atrial fibrillation & osteoporosis. Call 1-888-653-6441 to set your required appointment. Individual tests: $45 Carotid, AAA, PAD, & AFib: All 4 tests $139 Contact Mary Cleveland 704-291-9988

Stephen Ministry Workshop
Sat, Mar 20, Register at 8am, Workshop 9am-1pm
Minister to those experiencing grief.
Free for Spirit of Joy members.
To register contact Michele Bender 704-882-7806 or michelebender@carolina.rr.com

Congregational Potluck
A Story Feast Mar 21, After 11:00 Service
Bring soup or sandwiches to share for your family & another. Sponsored by Fellowship Team. Contact Fran Matheson if you have a story you are willing to share about a time when you have seen God working in your life. Fran_matheson@jaars.org or 704-843-5712

First Communion Class
if your child’s ready Thurs, Mar 25, 6:30pm + families come with your K – 6.
Twice a year Pastor Ed leads a class. Come when your child is ready.
Class: Mar 25. First Communion: Maundy Thurs, Apr 1.

Annual Barbecue
Fri March 26, 11:00AM - 7PM & Sat the 27th, 10AM – to 2pm
Eat at church & take orders at your work place & we deliver!

Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14 - May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex.

Fellowship, Bible study & activities. We have 12 ladies signed up to attend.

The max we can hold is 40 - only 28 spots left! Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com

Mission Trip to West Virginia + July 2010

If you are interested in going please contact Gary & Lissa Roseman, 704.849.0699 or Dan & Janie Owens 704.843.1280.

Adult Sunday School Opportunities

The Blessing (A Parents’ Study)

Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center Learn how to give your children the gift of unconditional love & acceptance. Book by Dr. John Trent & Gary Smalley. Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Saving Faith
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money!

Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704.256.4484

Crazy Love
God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Once you encounter His love, you will never be the same. LeAnn Rice leann@proverbs31.org 704.218.3251

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Celebrating Birthdays This Week:

February 29th:
Tim Freeze
Alexis Sutton

March 1st:
Haley Matson

March 2nd:
Jimmy Parker
Jody Pallanti
Lyall Shroeder
Barbara Kukor

March 4th:
David Voit

March 5th:
J. Clay Baker

March 6th:
Eva Rose Cole
Jeff Cook
Donald Salhoff

Celebrating Anniversaries This Week:

March 1st:
Bill and Barbara Kite

March 2nd:
Clark and Deb Harm

Announcements Week of February 28, 2010

Special Congregational Meeting + Annual Meeting

Feb 28, after 11am Worship. Two important meetings + Potluck

SECOND & THIRD "WAVE" DONATIONS
Did you forget to put together a Wave donation for Valentine Sunday? Well this is the last Sunday to donate!

Technical Presentation Team + Volunteers Needed

Operate the sound system & worship display projectors during worship. Training provided by our expert crew already performing these duties. Sign-up sheet on the systems room door. Contact Tom Zielke for info.

Church Council Nominations

Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council. Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

Annual Reports + Available on table in Narthex

Loaves and Fishes

March 14, Bring food for less fortunate

Poverty Simulation
Sunday, March 14, 5-7pm
Could you survive a month in poverty? Assume a role in a family.
More info in the Narthex.
RSVP by March 1
Mary & John Hejka 704-846-4426 or Bill Roberts 704-821-1894

All Committees Night
March 15, 6:30pm
Everyone is encouraged to be part of a committee.
Worship 1st- then split into committees.

Community Health Screening
Fri March 19 @ SOJ
Pre-registration is required.
Ultrasound tests conducted by Life Line Screening will be held to determine risk of stroke (due to carotid artery blockage), abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease, & atrial fibrillation & osteoporosis.
Call 1-888-653-6441 to set your required appointment.
Individual tests: $45 Carotid, AAA, PAD, & AFib: All 4 tests $139
Contact Mary Cleveland 704-291-9988

Stephen Ministry Workshop

Sat, March 20, Register at 8am, Workshop 9am-1pm Minister to those experiencing grief. Free for Spirit of Joy members. To register contact Michele Bender 704-882-7806 or michelebender@carolina.rr.com

Annual Barbecue

Fri March 26, 11:00AM - 7PM & Sat the 27th, 10AM – to 2pm

Eat at church & take orders at your work place & we deliver!

Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14 - May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. We have 12 ladies signed up to attend. The max we can hold is 40 - only 28 spots left! Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com

Mission Trip to West Virginia + July 2010

If you are interested in going please contact Gary & Lissa Roseman, 704.849.0699 or Dan & Janie Owens 704.843.1280.

Stroke Screening at Spirit of Joy

LifeLine Screening will be providing stroke screening at Spirit of Joy.

Friday, March 19th.

Here are four facts that you need to know about stroke prevention:

• 80% of stroke victims had no apparent warning signs
• Ultrasound screenings can help you avoid a stroke
• Stroke is the leading cause of death and permanent disability
• Screenings are fast, painless, affordable and convenient

If you would like more information, please contact Mary Cleveland.

Pre-registration is required for stroke screening at Spirit of Joy.
To register, call 1-800-324-1851

Announcements Week of February 21, 2010

Informational Meeting

Feb 21, During Sunday School hour – If you have questions, concerns or suggestions for Congregational Meeting

Special Congregational Meeting + Annual Meeting

Feb 28, after 11am Worship. Two important meetings + Potluck

SECOND & THIRD "WAVE" DONATIONS
Did you forget to put together a Wave donation for Valentine Sunday? We will continue to collect wave donations @ both Worship Services on Sun, Feb 21 & Sun, Feb 28. Flyers are in the Narthex with info on what to bring & how to donate.

Technical Presentation Team + Volunteers Needed

To operate the sound system & worship display projectors during worship. Training provided by our expert crew already performing these duties. Sign-up sheet on the systems room door. Contact Tom Zielke for info.

Church Council Nominations

Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council. Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

Stephen Ministry Workshop

Sat, March 20, Register at 8am, Workshop 9am-1pm Minister to those experiencing grief. Free for Spirit of Joy members. To register contact Michele Bender 704-882-7806 or michelebender@carolina.rr.com

Annual Barbecue

Fri March 26, 11:00AM - 7PM & Sat the 27th, 10AM – to 2pm

Eat at church & take orders at your work place and we deliver!

Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14- May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. We have 12 ladies signed up to attend. The max we can hold is 40 - only 28 spots left! Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com

Mission Trip to West Virginia + July 2010

If you are interested in going please contact Gary & Lissa Roseman, 704.849.0699 or Dan & Janie Owens 704.843.1280.

Adult Sunday School Opportunities
The Blessing (A Parents’ Study)

Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center Learn how to give your children the gift of unconditional love & acceptance. Book by Dr. John Trent & Gary Smalley. Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Saving Faith
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money!

Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704.256.4484

Crazy Love
God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Once you encounter His love, you will never be the same. LeAnn Rice leann@proverbs31.org 704.218.3251

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Birthday Blessings this week to:

February 14:
Thomas Burris

February 15:
Jennevieve Flanigan

February 16:
Michale Bovi

February 17:
Ernesto Bustamente
Mary Tymann

February 18:
David Casper

February 20:
Matthew Carney

Anniversary Blessings this week to:

February 14:
Bill and Sandy Wright

February 16:
Ken and Tawny Morrison

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Celebrating Birthdays This Week:

February 8th
William Ladd
Zachary Leonard

February 9th
Marcelino Pallanti
Marlene Anderson

February 10th
Doug Pierotti

February 11th
Brian Gaffrey

February 12th
Jordan Freeze

February 13th
Renee DiFabion
Janie Owens
Gabriella Sperduto

Celebrating Anniversaries This Week:

February 8th
Jim and Marilyn Peterson

February 9th:
Ed and Tammy Vanerstrom

February 10th:
Rick and Rachel Moore

Announcements Week of February 7, 2010

Youth Souper Bowl Party

TODAY 6pm Youth Souper Bowl Party @ the Roseman’s. A-L brings a sweet, M-Z a salty, & everyone brings a drink. Alexa Roseman 704.995.7434

Inquirers’ Class

Begins TODAY 10am, Interested in learning more about SOJ and Lutherans? Thinking of joining the church? Meet with Pastor Ed on Sunday mornings throughout February.

Congregational Potluck + A Story Feast

Feb 21 after 11:00 Service, Bring soup or sandwiches to share for your family & another. Sponsored by Fellowship Team.

Secret Sister Valentine’s Party

Feb 12 @ 7pm: Annual Valentine's party & unveiling of identities. Bring final Secret Sister gift, completed Secret Sister form & a goodie to share. If you’ve never been a Secret Sister, come to the party to find out about us. All ladies @ SOJ are welcome. Sharon Eichler @ (704) 821-2088.

Lost & Found Items

Several unclaimed items are on the cart outside the kitchen. Please check to see if any are yours. Items left on 2/15/10 will be removed & donated.

Church Council Nominations

Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council. Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

Wave Offering
Feb 14, Donations of broken, unwanted gold & sterling silver jewelry, semi-precious & precious stones, coins, serving pieces, etc. as an offering to our Lord. They’ll be sold & funds will be used for the beautification & repair of our SOJ building-new pew pads, HVAC replacements, etc. (See pink flyer for info)

Loaves & Fishes + 2nd Sunday of every month

Sun, Feb 14, Help the less fortunate by donating food items. See list in narthex for needed items.

All Committees Night

Feb 15, 6:30pm Everyone is encouraged to be part of a committee. Worship 1st- then split into committees.

Men’s Conference + “Iron Sharpens Iron”

Sat, Feb 20 Park Ministries, 6029 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte: 20 different equipping seminars for men 13 & up. $39 if 10 or more register 10 days before, $48 individually if not. After 10 days $55/person. Full-time students (13-22): $29. Lunch $8 if you pre-register. For more info: http://ironsharpensiron.net/conference-details.php?conference=148 To attend-Dan Owens 704.843.1280

Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14- May 16

Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC

Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. Limited space, so sign up now!

Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Birthday Blessings this Week to:

January 31^st

– Rick Moore

– Wayne Creese

February 2^nd

– Michael Minder

February 4^th

– Lauren Harder

February 5^th

– Shirley Krisle

February 6^th

– Levi Hejka

Announcements Week of January 31, 2010

Youth Souper Bowl Party
Feb 7, 6pm
Youth Souper Bowl Party @ the Roseman’s.
A-L brings a sweet
M-Z a salty
Everyone brings a drink.
Alexa Roseman 704.995.7434

Church Council Nominations
Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council.
Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

Inquirers’ Class
Begins Feb 7, 10am
Interested in learning more about SOJ and Lutherans?
Thinking of joining the church? Meet with Pastor Ed on Sunday mornings throughout February.

Secret Sister Valentine’s Party
Feb 12 @ 7pm: Annual Valentine's party and unveiling of identities.
Bring your final Secret Sister gift, completed Secret Sister form & a goodie to share.
If you’ve never been a Secret Sister, come to the party to find out about us.
All ladies @ SOJ are welcome. Sharon Eichler @ (704) 821-2088.

Wave Offering
Feb 14, Donations of broken, unwanted gold & sterling silver jewelry, semi-precious & precious stones, coins, serving pieces, etc. as an offering to our Lord. They’ll be sold & funds will be used for the beautification & repair of our SOJ building-new pew pads, HVAC replacements, etc. (See pink flyer for info)

Retreat at the Beach 2010: May 14- May 16
Coastal Retreat Center, Isle of Palms, SC
Registration forms on the Women of SOJ Board in the Narthex. Fellowship, Bible study & activities. Limited space, so sign up now!
Sharon Eichler 704.821.2088 SEichler@carolina.rr.com

Adult Sunday School Opportunities
Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center

The Blessing (A Parents’ Study)
BEGINS TODAY, Learn how to give your children the gift of unconditional love & acceptance. Book by Dr. John Trent & Gary Smalley. Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Crazy Love
Meets at 10:10am in the Family Life Center
LeAnn Rice 704-218-3251 LeAnn@Proverbs31.org

Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Sharing Faith
Meets in the Family Life Center
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money!
Paula Aulisi 704-256-4484 paulisi@carolina.rr.com

Announcements Week of January 24, 2010

Church Council Nominations
Nominate leaders of faith to represent us on this coming year’s council.
Submit to Keith Kelleher kelleherfamily@earthlink.net

LYO Assembly
Feb 19-21,
Registration ends Jan 31, cost $125.
Contact Elizabeth Merritt 704.778.7869

Inquirers’ Class
10:00am Sundays
Interested in learning more about SOJ and Lutherans?
Thinking of joining the church?
Meet with Pastor Ed on Sunday mornings throughout February.

Council Meeting
Jan 25, 6:30pm, Everyone is invited.

Lost & Found

On table in Fellowship Hall

New 2010 Flower Chart- Narthex Board
Give altar flowers ($25) for a loved one. Write “altar flowers” in memo. Take flowers home.

Questions? Margaret Matlock 882-2710

Adult Sunday School Opportunities
Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center

How to De-Stress Your Life
Share your stress and get practical tools to learn how to de-stress. Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Saving Faith
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money! Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704.256.4484

Crazy Love

Starts at 10:10am God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Once you encounter His love, you will never be the same. LeAnn Rice leann@proverbs31.org 704.218.3251

Inquirers' Class
Begins Feb. 7 10:00 am. Interested in learning more about SOJ and Lutherans? Thinking about joining the church? Meet with Pastor Ed on Sunday mornings in February.

Announcements Week of January 17, 2010

Inquirers’ Class

10am, Interested in learning more about SOJ and Luterans? Thinking of joining the church? Meet with Pastor Ed on Sunday mornings throughout February.

The Life of King David

Jan 20, 6 pm Pastor Fran's friend Eleanor Gustafson, author of several novels, will be discussing the life of King David.

Council Meeting

Jan 25, 6:30pm, Everyone is invited.

Lost & Found

On table in Fellowship Hall

New 2010 Flower Chart- Narthex Board
Give altar flowers ($25) for a loved one. Write “altar flowers” in memo. Take flowers home. Questions? Margaret Matlock 882-2710

Stephen Ministry Workshop

Sat, March 20, Register at 8am, Workshop 9am-1pm Minister to those experiencing grief. Introduction to Stephen Ministry. $15/person or $50 (4 or more) Register @ Stephen Ministry www.stephenministry.org/workshop or call 314-428-2600

Adult Sunday School Opportunities
Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center

How to De-Stress Your Life
Share your stress and get practical tools to learn how to de-stress. Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Saving Faith
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money! Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704.256.4484

Crazy Love
New class! God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Once you encounter His love, you will never be the same. LeAnn Rice leann@proverbs31.org 704.218.3251

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Birthday Blessings to:

January 2
Jessica Bustamente

January 3
Rumiko Peters

January 5
Edward Drehs
Janice Kother
Jason Mock

January 6
Robert Done
Werner Fick
Silvia Nordstrand

January 7
Abigail Pierotti

January 9
Deb Harm
LeAnn Rice

January 10
Todd Biegger
John Hejka

January 11
Joel Trimberger

January 12
Rhonda Mauney

January 14
John Wiruth
Stephen Lingo

January 15
Greg Underwood
Trevor Harm
Loan Ladd

January 16
Adam Batten

Anniversary Blessings to:

January 4
Antonio and Lillian Manna

January 11
Paul and Lisa Kaperonis

January 13
Mark and Silvia Nordstrand

January 15
Dave and Dottie Owcarzak

Announcements Week of January 10, 2010

Loaves and Fishes
2nd Sunday of every month
TODAY Help the less fortunate by donating food items.

All Commitees Night
Jan 11, 6:30pm Everyone is encouraged to be part of a committee.
Worship 1st- then split into committees.

Fishes and Loaves Performance in Pineville
Sat, Jan 23, 12pm includes fish dinner. $15.22/person. Give to Fran Matheson or office. Make check out to Spirit of Joy no later than Wed, Jan 13. More info on Sign up in Narthex.

Lost & Found on table in Fellowship hall
Glasses, books children’s coats, shirts, pants, pacifiers, earrings

New 2010 Flower Chart- Narthex Board
Give altar flowers in memory of or in honor of a loved one. Flowers $25. Write “altar flowers” in memo. Take flowers home in coffee can. Questions? Margaret Matlock 882-2710

Stephen Ministry Workshop
Sat, March 20, Register at 8am, Workshop 9am-1pm Minister to those experiencing grief. Introduction to Stephen Ministry. $15/person or $50 (4 or more) Register @ Stephen Ministry www.stephenministry.org/workshop or call 314-428-2600

Adult Sunday School Opportunities
Sundays 9:50 am, Family Life Center

How to De-Stress Your Life
Share your stress and get practical tools to learn how to de-stress.
Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Saving Faith
Bring scissors and Sunday paper (optional). Share a little life and a little faith, and save money!
Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704.256.4484

Crazy Love
New class! God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Once you encounter His love, you will never be the same.
LeAnn Rice leann@proverbs31.org 704.218.3251

Small Group Opportunities

Truth Project:
Fridays 8:30 am, Mixed Group, Begins Jan. 8. Dave Drehs 704.806.8316
Saturdays 7:00 am, Men's Group, Begins Jan. 2. Dell Schell 704.846.3253

Shepherding a Child's Heart:
Sundays 5:00-5:45 pm, Begins Jan. 10. Bobbi Griffith 704.849.9220

Journey to Freedom Women's Group:
Wednesdays 6-7:30 pm, Begins Jan. 27. Registration required. Pastor Fran 704.843.5712

Wednesday Night Bible Studies:
Wednesdays 6-7:30 pm, Begin Jan. 6.

Singles’ Small Group:
Sundays 1:30 pm, begins Jan. 24 @ Dawn Theurer’s, 3013 Brook Valley Run, Monroe.
Studying 1 Thessalonians. Contact Dawn Theurer 704.698.0379.

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Birthday Blessings this week to:

December 27
Kevin Johnson
Rebekah Kelleher

December 28
Julie Voit
Stephanie Sutton

December 29
Samantha Morrison
Deborah Fisher
Andrew Fisher
Martina Nordstrand
Dylan Curran

December 30
Kyle Deacon
Ron Leonard


December 31
Michelle Peters
Danielle Martin

Anniversary Blessings this week to:

December 30
Tod and Jeanette Sagmore
John and Lynne Lerch

December 31
Howie and Beth Barber

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Celebrating Birthdays this week:

December 20th:
Justin Eichler
Sarah Sharman

December 21st:
Kale Whetstone
Joy Stevens

December 22nd:
Bob Delmater
Zach Cecil
Suzanne Lineberger
Hannah Turner
Angela Quadrini
Cheryl Nelson

December 23rd:
Bobbi Griffith

December 25th:
Bonnie Lazo
Austin Freeze

December 26th:
Nick Sedotto
Angela Carlson

Celebrating Anniversaries this week:

December 22nd:
Joel and Kimberly Trimberger
William and Kathy Roberts

December 26th:
Dell and Pat Schell

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Birthdays

December 13:
Ken Morrison
Ashley Burris

December 15:
Mary Grace Cole

December 16:
Deames Huffman
Erin Helms
Lauren Owczarzak

December 17:
Brandy Baumbarger
Kelly Bovi

December 18:
Pat Ware
Holly Tomsovic
Raul Menendez

December 19:
Donna Webb
Ainsly Mock
Aubrey Martin

Anniversaries
December 13:
Adam and Elizabeth Batten
Lyall and Corinne Schroeder

Announcements Week of December 13, 2009

White Gift Kids Sign-up

To volunteer for reading/playing music see the Bulletin Board in the Narthex.

Staff Appreciation

This season is a great time to say “Thanks” to our staff. We will be accepting offerings to give them each a gift. Please mark your envelope with “Staff Gift” to ensure the giving of a special gift. Your council president, Ann Lashley

Can You Help Serve Christmas Eve & Morn?

To volunteer please see Bulletin Board in Narthex.

AWANA Store collecting small items (under $5)

Leave donations (clearly labeled) in the office.

Susan Weil 704-849-7302 or Hwfog@carolina.rr.com

Christmas at the Library Volunteers needed (16 & up)

3 shifts in Dec for Live Nativity Craig Bender 704.882.7806

Secret Sister Party at Sharon Eichler's house

Sat, Dec 19, 7:30pm Bring a dessert to share and your secret sister gift. We do not reveal ourselves until February

Loaves and Fishes + 2^nd Sunday of every month

Dec 13, You can help the less fortunate by donating food items.

Christmas Festivities

Dec 13: 11am, Adult Christmas Cantata “Only Love”

Dec 18: 6:30pm & 8pm, Live Nativity at Spirit Of Joy

Dec 20: 5pm, Caroling

Dec 24: 4pm, White Gift Service

6:30pm & 8:30pm Candle Light Services

Dec 25: 10am, Christmas Morn Service

Dec 27: 10am Worship Service

Adult Christmas Cantata

Dec 13, 11am Join us during the 11am Service “Only Love”

Children’s White Gift Service Dec 24, 4pm

Children bring gift wrapped in white paper (donated to Battered Women's Shelter) Needed: diapers (all sizes), girls pajamas 0-18 yrs. & boys 0-14, toothbrushes-toothpaste, socks, brushes-combs, onesies, underclothes, T-shirts

Worship Service

Sun Dec 27, 10am One service over Christmas Break.

Adult Sunday School Opportunities

A Christ-Filled Christmas

Women’s Sunday School class, in the Library.

LeAnn Rice 704.218.3251 LeAnn@proverbs31.org

How to De-Stress Your Life

Adult Sunday School Class. Karen Matson 704.238.0772

Just Walk Across the Room

Sunday School Learn how to share your faith in a new way. Nancy Ries 704.998.1381

Coupon Clippers: Saving Money, Saving Faith

Sunday, 9:50am in fellowship hall. Bring Sunday Paper, scissors, share a little life and a little faith, and save money! Paula Aulisi paulisi@carolina.rr.com 704-256-4484

Christmas Festivities Clarification!

The 1st Decade Choir will be presenting "On Our Way to Bethlehem" at 12:00pm on Sunday, December 6th

The Adult Christmas Cantata "Only Love" will be during the 11:00am service on Sunday, December 13th

The Live Nativity at Spirit of Joy will take place on December 18th at 6:30pm and at 8:00pm.

On Sunday, December 20th, join us for Christmas Caroling at 5:00pm.

Christmas Eve Services on December 24th:

4:00pm White Gift Service (bring a gift wrapped in white paper - gifts will be donated to the battered women's shelter. Needs: diapers, girls pajamas 0-18 years and boys 0-14, toothbrushes, toothpaste, socks, brushes, combs, onesies, underclothes, T-shirts)

6:30pm Candle Light Service
8:30pm Candle Light Service

Christmas Morning Service will be at 10:00am on December 25th

Blessings for a warm, Joy-filled, Christmas... may Jesus be the heart of your celebration!

Birthdays and Anniversaries!

Celebrating Birthdays This Week...

December 1
- David Hiza
- Summer Harm
- Brady Gordon

December 3
- Tom Gaye
- Sophia Owens

December 4
- Bob Shulenberger

December 5
- Chris Mauney

December 6
- Savanna Samuels
- Beverly Irvin

December 7
- Ashley Baumbarger
- Jim Jones
- Glenda Williams
- Jesse Perry
- Chris

December 9
- Will Cecil
- Lauren Menendez
- Zoe Purser

December 10
- Chris Tenny
- Hunter Carr
- Brian Fisher

December 11
- Eunice Howes

December 12
- Barbara Efird
- Josie McElveen

Celebrating Anniversaries This Week

December 1
- Mike and Paula Aulisi