In This Issue
Thanksgiving Sunday
Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving Offering
Pictures This Sunday
Teens
Learning About GCCN
Children's Bible Quizzing
From Pastor Wes
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"Thanksgiving"
"Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done."
--Psalm 105:1

Christians are a thankful people.  Every day we have reason to praise God and give Him thanksgiving.
Our core gratitude is not dependent on the circumstances around us, but upon the God Who is with us.

In the midst of lamentations we can say: "Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
--Lamentations 3:22-23

It is a good Thanksgiving practice to list what we are thankful for.  It is also good to recall what God has done and how He has helped and answered prayer and accomplished great things in our lives.  Take some time this Thanksgiving to share those with others.

Sarah and I wish you and your family a happy, blessed and Christ-centered Thanksgiving.  We will be leaving on Thursday morning for Watertown NY to be with Sarah's mother for two days.
You will be in our thoughts and prayer.  
December 1, First Sunday of Advent
"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end."

This Sunday, Pastor Wes will begin an Advent Sermon Series entitled: "This Changes Everything!"  Over the next four Sundays we will remember and reflect that God coming into the world is the greatest thing ever to happen!  Please pray and prepare your heart for grasping again the miracle of "Christ, with us!" 
Decorating the Church for Advent Season
Would you be willing to volunteer 2-3 hours next week to assist in decorating the Church for Christmas?  This is always a good time of fellowship as we honor God together as we decorate. Let Pastor Wes know if you are able to assist
PTL! Thanksgiving Offering for World Missions
We have had a wonderful response to the Thanksgiving Offering for World Missions!  Our goal this year was higher than it had been in several years,--$2000.  There has been over $2,358 given for this important ministry--Praise God!  Thanks to all who have contributed!  This will indeed bring the Gospel of Christ to others!      
New Church Directory, Pictures This Sunday
Church Directory
Our 2014 GCCN Church Directory is under production.  If you were not able to attend last Sunday, you will be able to have your picture taken
and update contact information this coming Sunday.  See Pastor Matt for details.  
Teen News Now!
Happy day before Thanksgiving! We pray that all is well. Here's our teen news...now!

Congratulations to Karly, Cody and Sadie for making the regional FOL team! We're so proud of you!

No Youth Group tonight, but check out our new youth group page! 
 
On December 7th, we are travelling to Lansdale COTN for our next Teen Bible Quiz Meet

Have a blessed and safe Thanksgiving!
Learning More About Grace Community Church 
There will be "Introduction to Grace Community Church" classes during the coming month.  If you are interested in learning more about Grace Community Church--its beliefs, mission and vision--please respond here or speak with Pastor Wes. This overview takes about 4 hours.  This class also assists in understanding and becoming a full member or a leader of this local Church. At least two opportunities will be offered: Saturday, December 7th or Saturday January 18.  If you would like to sign up for one of these, please respond here or speak with Pastor Wes.    
Ladies Christmas Trip to Peddler's Village

Ladies---are you interested in going on a Christmas shopping trip?  Peddler's Village is beautifully decorated at Christmas with Victorian wreaths, ornaments, Christmas trees, and twinkle lights.  The village is home to many beautiful gift shops and restaurants.   If you'd like to go as a group to Peddler's Village on Saturday, December 21 at  4:30 PM, please see Amy Weyna or Sarah Tink.
Upcoming Events\

November 28, Thanksgiving Day, Church Office Closed November 28-30.  

December 1, First Sunday of Advent

December 7, Teen Bible Quiz Meet at Lansdale Church of the Nazarene

December 7, Introduction Class to Grace Community Church 

December 21, Ladies Trip to Peddler's Village  

December 22, Fountain of Life Christmas Celebration Presentation

Wednesday, December 25: Christmas Day 

January 5, 2014 Grace Community Church Covenant Sunday

January 18: Introduction to Class to Grace Community Church

January 26: Grace Community Annual Ministry Celebration 

From God's Word:  
"Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." --Psalm 100
Church Office
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Pastor R. Wesley Tink
Mobile: 609.226.9615

Pastor Matthew Brown
Mobile 917.226.7621