Advent Arlington November News

November 2008

October Advent @ Arlington

Then they would put their trust in God and would not forget his deeds but would keep his commands. Psalm 78:7

Together in Arlington at Last!

Sunday, October 26 was the beginning of a brand new start at Advent Arlington. The level of excitement that hung in the air was palpable and everyone seemed to have a smile on their face that stretched a mile wide. As the morning progressed both veteran church goers and new leaders gathered together then scattered to begin preparations for one amazing day.

The children of Advent Arlington gathered for their first Sunday in their new "home", now fondly dubbed the Kids Kottage. The youth headquarters was a home that was given to the church and has been remodeled accordingly to fit its title and accommodate its new guests. As for our older youth, our teens, they were quick to find a place outside on this beautiful fall day to talk about how they share their joy in the Lord.

It was another beautiful day given to us by our Lord in Christ!

Contributed by:Darmon Dotson

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Pinecrest Retreat
PLEASE NOTE: Advent Arlington is heading to Pinecrest for the day on Sunday, November 16th. We will meet at the church at 10:30 am and carpool to the Pinecrest Retreat Center past Moscow. It should take a little under an hour to get there. After arriving we will eat lunch together (all is provided) and meet with our small groups to discuss what's going on and where we're going as a church. At 1:30 pm we will gather in the beautiful chapel for worship. You are free to leave following worship, or spend the afternoon enjoying the outdoors. Be sure to let any guests and friends know about this change. If you could drive a church van that day please let me know. It will be a fun day!

Fall Photo's

Cleaning Day!

Great weather and fellowship brought many together for a fine Saturday in October to help spruce up our new church home . . . from painters, to hard labor, to the help in the nursery everyone chipped in to make our first Sunday a beautiful occasion.

Click Here For More Photos from Cleaning Day and our First Sunday!

Pictures Contributed by:
Heather Orozco & Rhonda Barnhill

The Kids Kottage

And the kids helped too . . . from cleaning to teaching, from toddlers to teenagers the youth spirit is spreading among our new Arlington youth group.

Advent Women's Retreat

We would like to invite all women of Advent to join us for our

Sixth Annual Women's Retreat

Date, Time & Place: See Below

Pre-Conference Fun: 3 - 5 pm Friday @ Hyatt Place Hotel, Cordova

Conference Meet & Greet: Begins @ 5 pm Friday, January 30 at Club Windward

Saturday Conference: Hyatt Place Hotel, Cordova 8:15 am - 4:00 pm on January 31.

Speaker: Jean Stockdale sharing an inspirational message about friendship.

Attire: Comfy . . . Comfy . . Comfy

Cost: $77 per person which includes the program, speaker, 3 meals, snacks and one night's lodging!

For More Information:
Sandi Sartin 737-9268 Tracy James 484-1018 D'Ann Averwater 373-3819

Other News . . .

Stewardship
Thank you to all who have pledged to give to Advent Church in 2009. If you have not done so, please prayerfully decide the amount of money you and your family pledge for the coming year, complete a pledge card, and place it in the offering plate on any Sunday.

Christmas Parade
Advent at Arlington will have a float in the Arlington Christmas Parade on Saturday afternoon, December 6th. We will have our praise band and singers on the float. We are looking for volunteers to prepare and decorate the float. Let Don know if you would like to help.

Help Our Children's Ministry
Annette Johnson and Heather Orozco are leading our children's ministry. They are recruiting teachers and assistant teachers for Sunday mornings. Let them know if you can help. Another way you can help our children is by donating new or gently used toys and equipment for our nursery and the Kid's Kottage. A playground set is also needed.

Praise Team
Our worship leader, Chris Cardona, and the praise team are still open to more musicians and singers. If you are interested, give Chris a call at 901-849-8219 or just show up at rehearsal. Praise Team Rehearsal is at the Arlington Church each Wednesday at 7:00 pm.

Newsletter Submissions:
Contributors are needed. Do you have a story about something or someone associated with Advent at Arlington? Please contact Tracey Moss at tracey.moss@hilton.com or 604-3963. We can't wait to hear how you're sharing the glory of the Lord!

Newsletter Editor: Tracey Moss

Worship Leader: Chris Cardona

Pastor Don Kerns, Church 901-755-6290, Cell 901-483-7295