Advent means coming. Christmas is coming and Christ is
coming again, and we are coming ‘round to our second year of worship on our new
property. Sunday’s scripture is Isaiah 40:1-11. We
will reflect on the hope that this comforting passage brings us. No
matter how much violence we see in the world, no matter how complicated life
is, there is always more reason to hope because of the Incarnation – Christ is
with us!
And speaking of hope, our special Service of Hope (also sometimes called “Blue Christmas” service) will be held on December 7th at 5:00. This service and the reception that follows seeks to offer support to all who find the holidays difficult.
It’s time to order poinsettias in memory or honor of the ones you love. This year we will purchase them, if you will leave us a $10 check, clearly marked for poinsettias. They will be planted at Peace, unless you want to take them on December 28.
There are a few angels left on the tree for those who would like to make Christmas brighter for four families at Beth-El. Plus the Mission Team is still offering you the opportunity for Alternative Giving. It is always so encouraging to me to watch Peace meet and exceed the commitment to give away a tithe every year -- yes, 10% of our budget is always given "to care for the needs of others."
The fall newsletter is attached with our thanks to Diane Brinkmeyer and Peter Miller.
We are grateful to those of you who have made pledges for 2015. No matter the size of the pledge, we are grateful to know you are making commitments to put Christ first. God has great things in store for us this year!
Peace and prayers for everyone, every day!
Elizabeth
And speaking of hope, our special Service of Hope (also sometimes called “Blue Christmas” service) will be held on December 7th at 5:00. This service and the reception that follows seeks to offer support to all who find the holidays difficult.
It’s time to order poinsettias in memory or honor of the ones you love. This year we will purchase them, if you will leave us a $10 check, clearly marked for poinsettias. They will be planted at Peace, unless you want to take them on December 28.
There are a few angels left on the tree for those who would like to make Christmas brighter for four families at Beth-El. Plus the Mission Team is still offering you the opportunity for Alternative Giving. It is always so encouraging to me to watch Peace meet and exceed the commitment to give away a tithe every year -- yes, 10% of our budget is always given "to care for the needs of others."
The fall newsletter is attached with our thanks to Diane Brinkmeyer and Peter Miller.
We are grateful to those of you who have made pledges for 2015. No matter the size of the pledge, we are grateful to know you are making commitments to put Christ first. God has great things in store for us this year!
Peace and prayers for everyone, every day!
Elizabeth
Attachments
Peaceful News Fall 2014.pdf
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