Discover life church2/15/2024 Many of you have gotten an email from the church office letting you know that you fall into this category. All men and boys are welcome! Rod Kerbs will be directing.Ĭalifornia Law AB 506 - A new law went into affect this year that requires all church volunteers who are working with minors for 16 hours per month or 32 hours per year to be Live Scanned and to do a mandated reporter training. Singing Men - Pastor Tyson is still happy to add any men or boys who would like to be part of a Christmas Men's Group/Choir for Sabbath, December 23. For group gift, please call Pam Palmer at 209.532.1991. Maps will be available in the foyer on Sabbath. She is registered in the Baby Registry at Amazon. Come help us celebrate the birth of Symone Justin Long. The entree will be provided.īaby Shower for Raven Long - will be held at the Ardron's home on Sunday, December 10 at 3:00 p.m. Please bring two of the following: salads, vegetables, bread or dessert. New Pastor Meet and Greet - Please join us at a fellowship luncheon following church on December 16 to welcome Pastor Jonathan and Daniela Derma Salazar and their children. Here is the link to the MLAJA Newsletter: Elders, if you would like to acknowledge an individual or group in your assigned area, please let the church office know. If you have someone you would like to recognize for their work in or around our church, please contact the church office. Thank you, Kevin and Swen for your thoughtfulness. He also nominated Swen Swenson for driving him to the doctor, supermarket, out for lunch and for the encouraging words from scriptures. Point of Appreciation: Harry Arakawa has nominated Kevin Carpenter for appreciation for helping him repair his brake door handle and rear mirror. May the joy of this holy season fill your hearts with warmth and may the light of Christ lead you into a new year filled with hope and blessings. Let us embrace the true spirit of Christmas-the spirit of love, peace, and goodwill toward all. The gift of light is not a one-time offering it is an eternal flame that guides us through the darkest moments and illuminates our path with grace.Īs we celebrate the birth of our Savior, may the light of Christ shine brightly in our hearts, homes, and community. As we do so, we become bearers of the same light that shone in Bethlehem's stable.Ĭhristmas is a time to draw near to the miracle of the manger, recognizing that God's presence is not confined to a historical event but is alive and active in our lives. Let us extend kindness to those in need, share joy with the lonely, and offer compassion to the hurting. In this season of giving, may we be inspired by the selfless love of Christ. The birth of Jesus was a divine intervention that changed the course of history and continues to bring light to our lives today. In the midst of the festivities, let us take a moment to reflect on the profound meaning of Christmas. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, came into a world steeped in darkness to bring the transformative light of hope, love, and salvation.Īs we exchange gifts and celebrate with loved ones, let us not forget the greatest gift ever given-the gift of God's Son. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it" (John 1:4-5, ESV). "In him was life, and the life was the light of men. "The Latest" is a weekly encouraging note from one of our pastors which also highlights upcoming events.
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