9:00 & 10:30 a.m.
A Christmas Message
Selected Scriptures
Pastor Bret Laird
6:00 p.m.
No Evening Service
“While they were there, the days were completed for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
Luke 2:6-12
NEWS
The upper balcony seating will be designated for high precaution during today’s service and service on January 1.
To take advantage of year end charitable deductions for donations made online or in the mail, contributions must be made electronically or postmarked by December 31. Checks hand-delivered to the church in January, even if they are dated in December, will be a 2023 charitable contribution. These regulations are established by the IRS.
Our students will be conducting a coin offering next week in the morning service. This offering is divided between the youth ministry areas to be used for special purchases. Next Generation Ministries appreciates the coins that you generously donate.
There will be no Open Door welcome reception following the morning worship service.
The Offering Envelopes distributed last year did not have dates on them; any that remain can be used in 2023. If you need new envelopes or have not received them in the past, they are now available in the Fellowship Center or by contacting the church office. These envelopes do not have a number. The office will provide stickers to be applied to each envelope with your name and number.
All juniors and seniors in high school, as well as college-aged young adults are invited to join a course Pastor Bret will be offering Spring Semester on Wednesday nights. It is entitled, “Before You Launch: A Spiritual Checklist For Graduates.” For those who homeschool, it will be equivalent to a 0.5 credit elective class. Click here to sign up.
The office will be closed the following days as we celebrate the Christmas Season:
Monday – December 26
Tuesday – December 27
Thursday – December 29
Friday – December 30
Monday – January 2
The Church Office will be open with limited staff on Wednesday, Dec 28.
Opportunities to Serve
The Calvary Choir is now accepting new members. If you are High School age or older and desire to serve the Lord through the choir ministry or would like additional information, please contact Mark Duncan for more information.
Registration is open now for 1-5th grade students who would like to join Kids Praise! for their second semester. Rehearsals begin on January 8 at 5:55 p.m.. Click Here to register.
León de Judá te da la bienvenida!
Estamos agradecidos por que decidiste unirte con nosotros en nuestra reunión de adoración a Dios hoy. Nuestro deseo es compartirte el gozo de conocer y seguir a Jesucristo con todo su pueblo. Únete con nosotros en el salón a las 10:30 a.m. Dios te bendiga!
NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES
To find out more about Next Gen. Ministries, visit our webpage here. To be added to our weekly parent emails, contact Hannah Haney. To access all of our forms, registrations, and applications click here.
Note from the Elders - Sabbatical Announcement
Pastor Justin has faithfully served our congregation for almost twelve years in several roles within our youth ministry. In preparation for his new role with the Navigators, we are offering him a sabbatical for the months of January, February, and March in accordance with the sabbatical policy for Pastors. During this time, please keep Justin and his family in your prayers, asking the Lord to continue to work in and through him, and to provide the necessary financial support needed. During this time any questions regarding Next Generation Ministries should be directed to Jake West or Hannah Haney.
Elder Focus
Dan Haney was saved on October 12, 1983 and began attending Calvary Bible Church in January 2007. Dan and his wife, Ruth, have three adult children: Victoria, Tara, and Hannah, and three grandchildren. He has served in Children’s Sunday School, Gopher Buddies, AWANA, and Healthy Homes, and as a HomeGroup leader, Deacon and Elder.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT A GLANCE
Refer to the full announcements for more information
12/28 - No Wednesday Activities
1/1/23 - New Years Day Service (10:30 a.m.) No LifeGroups
1/4 - No Wednesday Evening Activities
1/11 - Wednesday Evening Activities Resume
1/27-29 - Next Gen Winter Retreat
1/29 - Morning Service Baptism