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Anticipating the Arrival
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Susie, Tim and Russell Grade.
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When Tim and I first got married one of the things we noticed was just how
different our families are when you enter the "home" for the holidays. In my family, from the moment you ring the doorbell, the decibel level ratchets up about ten notches. Everyone starts squealing and cheering in excitement that you have arrived. Tim's family is much more laid back. Don't get me wrong, they are excited you have arrived, but in true stoic, German-rooted fashion they just don't need to move too quickly or speak too loudly to show their enthusiasm for your arrival.
The word Advent means "arrival" from the Latin, Adventus. Advent is a season where we focus on the arrival of the Messiah. This can look many different ways. During Advent we remember Christ's first coming on Christmas and we look to the future in anticipation of his second coming one day. In the four weeks leading up to Christmas we remember how all of Israel was waiting and longing for a savior. We also wait with anticipation for the second coming of Christ when all that is broken will be restored in him.
I pray that the gift of this season will not be left unopened in your life. I hope this Christmas will be more than gifts, parties, and lights (great as those are). I pray it will be a spiritual time for you - a time of connection with God and others this Advent. For some people, that will be bright and loud, and for others it will be more subdued, but either way I pray you might leave this Advent changed in some way.
God of the watching ones,
The waiting ones,
The slow and suffering ones,
Give us your benediction,
Your good word for our souls,
That we might rest. Amen.
-Celtic Daily Prayer
Blessings,
Susie Grade
Co-pastor, Pathways Wash Park
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Join us this Sunday
Susie Grade continues our Advent series "God with Us." Join us as we take a look at how God has been with us in our past.
12/04: Past
12/11: Present
12/18: Future
12/24: Christmas Eve (6:00 pm)
12/25: Christmas Day (10:45 am)
Community hour starts at 9:30 am. We worship together at 10:45 am. Childcare is available both hours. Hope to see you there!
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Pack a Winter Kit for the Homeless
Join Pathways Wash Park in our annual  Christmas service project. This year we are packing winter kits for the homeless.
You can participate in three ways:
1. Bring in any of the following items to the collection boxes in the barista room:
- One gallon plastic storage bags
- Socks
- Gloves
- Lip balm
- Hot cocoa packets
- Tea bags
- Hand/foot warmers
- Travel size toiletries
2. Help us pack kits after service on Sunday, December 18.
3. Pick up a kit after the Christmas Eve service and deliver to someone in need. (Service is on Saturday, December 24 at 6:00 pm.)
We greatly appreciate your support and helping hands during this season of Advent! Questions? Contact Rosalie Sudowski.
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Wash Park Women Connect on Tuesday
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Pomegranate Place is located at 750 Clarkson Street, Denver, 80218.
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Women Connect is a monthly gathering for women! Our next fun night out is on Tuesday, December 6 from 6:45-8:00 pm at Pomegranate Place. This month we will create gift baskets that can be sold to raise money for people in need.
The baskets will include fair trade coffee and other coffee-related items. Coffee will be provided, but please consider bringing items like coffee spoons, biscotti, hot cocoa, etc. to help fill the baskets. This will be a great chance to connect with other women, have fun, and grow together. Stop in for wine and appetizers at the beautiful historic mansion of Pomegranate Place, "an oasis for women in the city." Please bring an appetizer or bottle of wine to share. Hope to see you there! |
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What's up this Month
CHRISTMAS OFFERING We invite you to remember Pathways Wash Park in your year-end giving. Our goal is to raise $25,000 and get 25 new automated monthly givers. Your gifts will be used to strengthen the ministry and further the mission of helping people become passionate, devoted followers of Christ. To give online, please visit pathwayswashpark.org.
ART IN ADVENT Come explore the anticipation of Advent with canvas, paint and brushes! Join us Sunday mornings at 9:30 am now through December 18. No art experience or talent required! Materials will be supplied. Just join the fun and anticipation of Christmas. Reserve your place with Tim Grade or just show up downstairs in the youth room!
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCH All volunteers are invited to join us for a special luncheon THIS SUNDAY, December 4 from noon-1:00 pm. We appreciate your faithful service this past year!
NEW GUEST LUNCH Join us for lunch after service on Sunday, December 11 downstairs in the library. Learn about our vision and mission, meet some of the staff, and find out how to get connected!
CHILDREN'S VOLUNTEER TRAINING: There's still time to get in on the action in the children's ministry. Join us for a volunteer training on Sunday, December 11 from noon-2 pm. Lunch will be provided. Contact Rosalie Sudowski with any questions.
SAVE THE DATE Winter Retreat in Nederland February 24-25.
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Giving Update
We appreciate your presence and partnership in our family of faith! Thank you for your generosity during the month of November. Weekly budget: $5,000
NOVEMBER 06: $3,934.00
NOVEMBER 13: $3,641.69
NOVEMBER 20: $2,139.00
NOVEMBER 27: $2,580.69
You can give online anytime by visiting our website: www.pathwayswashpark.org.
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