Merry Christmas from Myrtle Grove Baptist Church
Dec 18, 2011

Pastor Ron Lentine:

The Story Behind the Christmas Story


 

Greetings!

 

9: 15 & 10:30am:  We will observe our annual March to the Manger which is our opportunity to bring our Lottie Moon Christmas Offerings to the Lord in ceremonial fashion.   
·    6pm:  Our Children's Choirs will present Christmas music.   

Children's Christmas Music & Drama

6pm

Our Children's Choir, directed by Mrs. Melissa Westman, will share the story of Jesus' birth in song and narration this evening at 6pm. Also, the Preschool Praizers, directed by Lisa Dean, will sing. Don't miss "An Evening of Musical Praise" tonight!




Children's Musical Presentation - Program

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Praize Kidz Christmas Program

December 18, 2011

 

 

THE STORY OF GLORIA

by Jeff Slaughter

Solos:Shyane Ellis, Jasmine Parsons,

Christina Bustillo, Kaleena Youmans

 

COME YE LOFTY

by George Elvey, Archer Gurney, Nan Allen

arr. by Dennis Allen

Tambourine:Kayla Jordan

 

Narration: Ivanna Torres

 

WELCOME TO OUR WORLD

by Chris Rice

Sixth grade ensemble:Brendan Youmans, Garrett Hirst, Melanie Taylor, Julie Jordan,

Destiny Norris, Jasmine Parsons, Christina Bustillo, Macy Helton, Ivanna Torres

 

Narration: Aaron Hirst

 

WHILE SHEPHERDS WATCHED THEIR FLOCKS

by Nahum Tate, Dennis & Nan Allen

arr.by Dennis Allen

Solo:Garrett Hirst

 

Narration: Matthew Hirst & Eowyn Vucci

 

STAR SONG

by Dennis & Nan Allen

Solo: Gabriel Bustillo

 

Narration: Savannah Smith & Mattie Mandrell

 

HE CAME DOWN DOWN DOWN FROM HEAVEN

by Lynn Shaw Bailey

 

YOU LEFT YOUR THRONE

by Timothy Matthews, Emily Elliot, Lee Black, Annette Oden

arr. by Jeff Sandstrom

Solo:Olivia Cutshaw

 

 

Narrations taken from the Christmas musical "How Far Is it to Bethlehem" by Dennis and Nan Allen.

 

A very special thank you to Sue Halfhill for the beautiful slides.

Also, a special thanks to our Audio-Visual team.


 

Christmas Weekend Schedule

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Christmas Eve Worship Service

 

Saturday, December 24 @ 6pm

 

Christmas Morning Worship Service

 

Sunday, December 25 @ 10:30am

 

We will have one joint service combining our Contemporary and Blended Worship Services. In consideration of our families, there will be no preschool, children or youth classes at 9:15am. Adult classes are free to meet at 9:15am, however, childcare will not be provided.

 

 

The church nursery will open at 10:15 on Christmas Day for the 10:30 service. Thank you. Kelly Simmons

 

 



 Church Offices will be closed on Dec 22 & Dec 23rd.

 


 

Information

 

In January, 2012

"MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE"

A 40-day focus on the great hymns of the Christian faith

Beginning in January, we will focus on several great hymns and the stories behind the composing of those hymns. In addition, our pastor will preach messages on the doctrinal truths contained in these hymns of our faith. More information coming in the weeks ahead


Volunteers Needed:

Our Christian Social Ministries is in need of adult men and women to serve in various areas on Tuesday morning from 8:30am to 11:45am. Our current workers have done a great job in providing ministry and care for the nearly 100 (approximate number) of persons that come for help each week. Unfortunately, some of our faithful volunteers will not be able to continue on a consistent basis in 2012. Therefore, we need another six or seven volunteers from our membership who would be willing to serve on Tuesday mornings in the following areas of ministry:   

  

1. For the food distribution: People who could help distribute the bags and assist in carrying the groceries to the vehicles for the elderly that come for assistance.   

  

2. Member who can help in the clerical aspect of the food ministry, filling out forms and data in the interview process.

  

3. Others who can assist in traffic control.

 

If you are willing to serve in any one of these areas in 2012, please see one of our directors immediately following the worship service today in the main foyer or you may call the church office and leave your name and phone number and you will be contacted.

 

 

 

2012 Sweetheart Banquet -

February 11 @ 5pm in Fellowship Hall

The banquet will be a Hawaiian Luau. Cost is $30 per couple. Call Bob Taylor for reservations. Entertainment will be provided by Derwin Hinson. You may check him out at DerwinHinson.com. Seats are limited so reservations must be made by January 15. If you would like to decorate a table, please call Charlene Taylor


 

FAMILY LIFE CENTER HOLIDAY HOURS:The Family Life Center will not be open for Early Bird Fitness (EBF) Monday, December 19 through Monday, January 2. Early Bird Fitness will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2012.

Monday - Wednesday, December 19-21

Monday - Friday, December 26-30

During the hours of 8am-4pm a custodian can be contacted through the church office to let church membersin to work out. For safety, there must be two individuals in the fitness room/gym. An adult will need to accompany any children/youth 21 years and under.

 

 

 Christmas Poinsettias are available for $10.00 each. Deadline to order is Monday, December 19. Please fill out the Christmas Poinsettias form and turn it in to Cami Simmons. Thank you!

  

 

DECEMBER 2011 STATISTICS

Budget Receipts (for 2 weeks)                           $43,968.89      

Budget Goal (for 2 weeks)                                 $42,161.46

Retire the Debt Receipts (for 2 weeks)               $ 5,537.00        

Retire the Debt Goal (for 2 weeks)                     $ 8,937.08

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering receipts        $ 2,916.30


 

 

Can you help?

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....And on earth peace, goodwill towards men. Luke 2:14
The Spirit of Christmas is about helping those less fortunate than yourself.

Christmas Gifts for Needy Children: CSM has organized a ministry to collect Christmas gifts for needy children again this year. It is suggested that Sunday School classes and Bible Fellowship groups, as well as individual church members, adopt a family to bless with Christmas gifts. Please see Jane Ellen Bennett today in the foyer after the worship services to sign up to adopt a family.

 


 

Other News




MGBC Food Pantry needs canned vegetables, fruits, spaghetti sauce, etc.    Place items in the containers which are located throughout the church facilities.  (Cans should not be larger than 20 oz.)  Please donate generously!

The 2012 Contribution Envelopes are available on the table outside the sanctuary and are arranged in alphabetical order.  If you are unable to find yours, please contact Cami Simmons..





 

Sincerely,
 
Myrtle Grove
Myrtle Grove Baptist Church