Coming Up at ERBC: Christmas is coming!

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In Genesis chapter 12 the Lord came to Abraham and said,

Leave your country, your people and your father's household and go to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.

From the very beginning, God's plan was to bless the nation of Israel so that they in turn could be a blessing to the entire earth.

There is a principle in the Bible that to whom much has been given, much will be expected.

As a nation, the USA has more wealth, more trained Christian workers, more Bibles, more message CD's, more MP3's and more seminaries than any other country in the world.

God has blessed us with much as a country, and as a church, and his expectation is that we will bless others as we have been blessed.

This weekend, as we begin a new teaching series called "Blessed To Be A Blessing," we're going to be looking at the link between generosity and joy. I hope you can join us Saturday at 5:30PM or Sunday morning at 9AM or 11AM.

Embracing the journey,

Pastor Rick

BAPTISM

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27

Baptism is an important step Jesus asks every believer to take. If you are a follower of Christ and you have not been baptized yet, we encourage you to find out more. Our next baptism service will be held during the 11AM worship service on Sunday, November 27. Click here for more information on baptism.

SENIORS' WRAPPING PARTY

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8

Seniors, join Eagle's Wings as we celebrate the holiday season by donating and wrapping Christmas gifts for poor children living in the inner city, Thursday, December 8 at 2:30PM. Bring a new toy for a child (5-12 years old) and wrap it at the party (gift wrap provided). Enjoy dessert, coffee, tea, cider and fellowship. Contact Hortentia for more information 323-255-4611.

JAMPAC CHRISTMAS MUSICAL

DECEMBER 10-11

The children from JAMPAC (Jesus And Me Performing Arts Choir) will present their Christmas musical, "Arrest These Merry Gentlemen" on December 10-11 during our weekend worship services (Saturday at 5:30PM and Sunday at 9AM & 11AM). Plan to join us for this special Christmas celebration.

WOMEN'S CHRISTMAS TEA

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10

Our annual Women's Christmas Tea is an opportunity for women of all ages to come together and celebrate the gift of Jesus. We'll enjoy festive food and a special holiday message. Tickets are $10 per person, or you may invite your friends and purchase a table of 6 for $50 or a table of 8 for $70. For details, contact Becky Bibelheimer: becky@eaglerockbaptist.com.

CHRISTMAS WEEKEND WORSHIP

DECEMBER 24-25

We hope you will join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus on Christmas weekend. ERBC will be holding a Christmas Eve Service on Saturday, December 24 at 6PM in the Worship Center. We will also be holding one worship service on Christmas morning, December 25 at 11AM (no service at 9AM). Celebrate Christmas with us!