In This Issue
Advent Season
Christmas Family
Ladies Trip
Learning About GCCN
Teens
From Pastor Wes
RWTOct12

"Is it Cold?"

Ah, winter is upon us. The temperatures are dipping and dropping.
It gets more and more challenging to be active outdoors.  Some people have mentioned this past week how much they "hate" the cold weather. 

Cold.
Insufficient warmth.
Less enjoyment.
More discomfort.
Isolation.
Ugh!

Jesus told us that one of the signs of the coming of the end of the age would be that because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold."
Matthew 24:12

Cold hearts.
Low on enthusiasm.
Without passion.
Distant. Isolated.
Lifeless.

One of the best antidotes to being cold is drawing close to the fire, the source of heat. When we are experiencing cold in our spiritual lives, running to God in humility, in prayer, in quietness is moving close to the fire.

And when you are cold it is also good to be close to another person, to share the warmth of intimacy.

Let us be sensitive to our own spiritual temperature and move close to the fire of God and the warm love of others.  Giving of our love and compassion will bring warmth to others as well.

Seasons come and go, but we can be revived and re-fired by the love of God at any time of the year!
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December 8, Second Sunday of Advent
"An angel of the Lord appeared to the shepherds, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people."  --Luke 2:9-10

The Advent sermon series is entitled: "This Changes Everything!"  During these Sundays we reflect and celebrate that God coming into the world is the center point of history!  Pray and prepare your heart for grasping again the miracle of "Christ, with us!" 
Blessing Pastor Cordon and His Family 
We will be blessing Rev. and Mrs. Cordon of the Trenton Haitian Church with gifts of food, children's presents and money.  If you are able to contribute, bring these over the next three Sundays and we will present them on December 23. 
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.

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.    
#yoGo Teen News Now!
Happy Wednesday to all! We pray that this week is an amazing one so far. Here's what's happening now.

Today, we are starting a new theme in Youth Group called  Real Christmas. What does it mean? Come to youth group tonight at 7p tonight to find out! Check out our new about #yoGo page as well!
 
On Saturday, we are travelling to Lansdale COTN for our next Teen Bible Quiz Meet. Keep us in prayer for the next steps!

Have a blessed rest of your Wednesday!
Decorating the Church for Advent Season
Would you be willing to volunteer 2-3 hours in the coming 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. Thanks to those who have already volunteered! Details coming shortly.
Fountain of Life Christmas Celebration
The Christmas Celebration at Fountain of Life Church is always a special and spectacular event.  We have 30 tickets available for Sunday evening, December 22 at 7:00 pm.  These are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  Please respond here or sign up at the Church for your tickets.  If you would like to make a donation to the Youth Ministry for tickets, you are certainly welcome to do so.       
Come Stand for Liberty!  
Our State and Federal Governments are restricting the First Amendment Rights of Americans in a variety of ways.  Christian and faith-based organizations are losing protections including freedom of speech.  You can let your voice be heard by joining in a gathering at the State House on Monday, December 16 from 12-2:00 pm. 125 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608.  This is sponsored by the NJ Family Policy Council.  
Upcoming Events\

December 6, 7:00 pm, Decorating of the Church for those who are able.    

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
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