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Weekly Newsletter                                             December 9, 2015
December

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Call To Prayer, 4:30 pm
Prayer 'N Praise, 6:30 pm
Bible Max for Kids, 6:30 pm
The Life of Moses, 6:30 pm
Celebrate Recovery, 6:30 pm
Go Culture Student Ministry, 6:30 pm
Praise 'N Prayer, 6:30 pm
Stepping Up Men's Study, 6:30 pm
Please note: There will be NO Choir & Orchestra Rehearsal tonight

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Cornerstone Class Christmas Party, 6:00 pm

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Challenger's Christmas Party at Buhler Sunshine Home, 6:00 pm
Church League Basketball, 8:00 pm

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Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, 9:15 am
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church, 10:45 am

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Church League Volleyball, 8:00 pm

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Upward Practice, 6:30 pm
Please Pray For: 
 
  the Glass House Project in Vlaardingen, Netherlands. This Friday, on December 11, Nazarene young people will broadcast live for 24 hours to more than 70,000 people in the Rotterdam area. 

  those in Liberia as 3 cases of Ebola have been recently confirmed.

  the Commonwealth of Independent States
- for peace in East Ukraine.
- for unity of pastors and leaders.
- for the planting of four new churches in four new cities in 2016.

  Carlos and Silvia Bauza and their family as they work to gather needed clearances and documents to move to a new assignment on the Asia-Pacific Region.

  "Biblically, waiting is not just something we have to do until we get what we want. Waiting is part of the process of becoming what God wants us to be.."
- -John Ortberg, American pastor, writer, and speaker
Quick Links

 

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Sunday Worship
Sunday, December 13th
Pastor Kent Pedersen will conclude his Moving Forward Sermon Series with a message entitled Moving Forward In Generosity taken from II Corinthians 9:6-15. 
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star  10:45 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church
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Festival Choir & Orchestra Rehearsal
Please note that there will be NO Choir or Orchestra Rehearsal tonight. We will resume rehearsals next Wednesday, December 16th, in the Sanctuary at 6:30 pm. 
Christmas Offering
This Coming Sunday, December 13th
Please note that our Christmas Offering will be received this coming Sunday, December 13th, during each morning worship service. Please pray about participating. God has given us a great mission, and we're blessed to be able to join him in reaching our community for Christ and advancing the Gospel around the world.
December Worship
During the month of December, we will continue to have two morning worship services. Join us for either service at 9:15 or 10:45 am. Discipleship classes will remain the same unless otherwise announced by the group leader.
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Deadline Wednesday, December 16th
Christmas Memorial Poinsettias are a lovely way to remember a loved one. If you would like to purchase a poinsettia download the form here or pick up a form at either Welcome Center. Simply fill out the form and drop it in the offering plate, or contact the church office at 662.1283. All memorials will be honored in the worship folder on Sunday, December 20th. Cost is $10 per plant.
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6:00 pm Thursday, December 24th
Join us for this special evening as the Nativity Story unfolds through a combination of congregational Christmas carols and musical selections. Childcare will be provided for children through 3.
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PrimeTimer's Breakfast Fellowship
Next Monday, December 14th
All senior adults, 55 years and older, are invited to join us for a breakfast fellowship next Monday, December 14th, beginning at 8:00 am at the Downtown Sampler Restaurant. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of the First National Bank building downtown Hutchinson. Park in the parking garage or on Main Street for convenient access. This would be the perfect time to begin a new tradition! For more information contact Pastor Bones Nay.
Hope Box Check Out  HopeProject
Boxes Still Available
Deadline to Return Boxes and Baskets is Sunday, December 13th
Please be sure to return all boxes and baskets by this coming Sunday, December 13th. Make plans now to join us for the Sort & Wrap Sunday evening, December 13th, at 6:00 pm in the Lewis Family Life Center.
 This Coming Sunday, December 13th:
Deadline to return Boxes and Baskets 
 This Coming Sunday, December 13th, 6:00  pm:
Sort & Wrap Boxes & Baskets In the Lewis Family Life Center

 Next Wednesday, December 16th, 1:00 pm:

Meet at church for prayer and deliver Student Boxes

 Next Wednesday, December 16th, 2:00 pm:

Meet at Lincoln Elementary School to deliver Student Boxes

 Next Wednesday, December 16th, 6:30 pm:

Meet at Avenue A Elementary School to deliver Family Baskets

UpwardSports Upward Ministry
Practices begin this week. Practices are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 in the Lewis Family Life Center and continue through the length of the season.
  Games begin Saturday, January 9, 2016 in the Lewis Family Life Center.
Volunteers: Many coaches, assistant coaches, referees and helpers are still needed. Please contact Jade Marcum to volunteer.
SchoolClothesGiveAway Missions Ministry
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Our NMI Council is now accepting all seasons of Children's Clothing, sizes 5T - 16 for the next School Clothes Give Away. This clothing may be newly purchased or gently used and clean with no holes/tears or repairs needed. We are at this time only accepting shirts/tops or shorts/pants (please no undergarments, shoes or socks). You may leave your contributions in the Garden Foyer (by the West Entrance) or South Foyer at your convenience.
star JESUS Film Harvest Partner Mission Trip Opportunities
Some highlights of the trip will be:
· Experiencing evangelism on the field.
· Inviting people to JESUS Film showings.
· Using the EvangeCube to share Jesus.
· Experiencing JESUS Film showings at night.
· Seeing first hand what God is doing through the JESUS Film.
· Attending local church services.
· Interacting with local Christian leaders.
· Sightseeing and shopping in beautiful countries.

Dominican Republic Team Leader: Ken Willard
Dates: April 28 - May 3, 2016
Signup deadline: January 30, 2016
Payment due: February 15, 2016
Cost: $825/each* (airfare not included)
*Price may be subject to change

Nicaragua Team Leader: Kelly Love 
Dates: May 26 - May 31, 2016
Signup deadline: February 28, 2016
Payment due: March 15, 2016 
Cost: $825/each* (airfare not included)
*Price may be subject to change.
Sign up here.
WomensMinistry Women's Ministry
New Bible Studies Beginning in January
* Tuesday Morning: Believing Jesus: A Journey Through the Book of ACTS, by Lisa Harper, is an 8-session dvd study that retraces the steps of the apostles in the book of Acts. Are you willing to risk everything, as the disciples did? Make plans now to participate in this challenging study. Sessions begin Tuesday, January 12th, at 9:00 am in the Fireside Room. Childcare is provided for preschool children. For more information or to register for this study please contact Ashley Gage.
* Thursday Night: The Joy of Encouragement by David Jeremiah will equip us to be become an encourager. And if you need a bit of encouragement, this study will help you to gain new strength. This 10 week study begins Thursday, January 7, 2016 and meets from 7:00 - 8:00 pm in Room 309. For more information or to order a $3.00 book, please contact Jan Clark at 727-7607.
BaptismClass Baptism
Sunday January 3rd
If you are interested in being baptized please contact the church office.

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The Go Culture Regular Schedule Tonight
Wednesday, December 2nd
We'll be operating on our normal schedule tonight:
... MS Gathering @ 6:30
... $2 Dinner @ 7:30
... HS Gathering @ 8:00. 

Christmas Offering
We will be receiving our Christmas Offering tonight! The money we collect will be used to buy gifts for homeless students in Hutchiinson. If each student were to bring $5 or $10, we'd have enough money to buy for 3 or 4 students. All students are encouraged to be a part of this really special opportunity to share what you been blessed with!!!
TGC Christmas Party
Next Wednesday, December 16
6:30 - 8:30 pm for Combined High School and Middle School
... Dinner will be provided at no cost beginning at 6:30 pm.
... Everyone needs to bring a $10 gender-inclusive gift to exchange.
... Students with last names that start with letters A-H need to bring a 2 liter of pop and a bag-o-Christmas candy.
... Students with last names that start with letters I-P need to bring a bag of chips and some salsa or dip.
... Students with last names that start with letters Q-Z need to bring a dessert (i.e., cookies, brownies, etc...).
For more information, please contact Pastor Josh.
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Schedule Changes
There will be NO Mid-Week Gatherings on
Wednesdays, December 23rd or 30th
Auction Fundraiser
Save the Date: Sunday, March 13, 2016
Auction Packets are available at the Check-In Desk in the East Foyer. Students who earned all four shares in this past year's auction earned around $500 to help pay for camp, mission trip, MAX, Xtreme, or other events.
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Winter Retreat Important Dates
... Payment #1 - November 1st
... Payment #2 - December 6th
... Payment #3 - January 3rd
... Equipment Fitting - Wednesday, January 6th @ 6:00 pm
... Event Dates - Jan. 15-18
Please contact Pastor Josh if you have questions.
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Upcoming Events
...Winter Retreat...January 15-18
... Auction Fundraiser ... March 13
... Jr./Sr. Spring Break Mission Trip ... March 21-25
... Kansas Xtreme ... April 1-2
... MAX @ MNU ... April 21-23
News You Can Use

Thank you to all the ladies who baked and brought cookies for the Season of Light Cookie Reception. Your help is so very much appreciated. Elsie Nickel

The Wissmann Family - A Christmas Show This Friday: Experience a Branson Christmas...in Newton! Friday, December 11th at 7:00 pm Memorial Hall, Bethel College, 300 27th Street North Newton. Five year veterans of the Branson stage, the eleven-member Wissmann Family perform a unique blend of holiday carols showcasing acoustic instruments and tight, vibrant harmonies. Their full production Christmas show is a powerful portrayal of humor, wonderment, and the timeless message at the heart of this festive season. Doors open at 6:15 pm. No admission fee. A freewill offering will be taken. A portion of the proceeds will benefit ministry to widows & orphans in India.

First Call for Help Teen Christmas Deadline This Friday: First Call For Help is now receiving contributions for their Teen Christmas. You may bring contributions now through this Friday, December 11th, to their office at 721 West 2nd Street from 8:00 - 5:00 Monday through Friday. Click here for a list of gift suggestions.