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The Second Sunday of Advent - Expectation

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The Second Sunday of Advent - Expectation

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Small discipleship groups are still allowed to meet if using appropriate safety measures.  If you would like to host a "Watch Party" of 2-6 people in your home, please contact Mike or Dawn.

However, we ask that each of you chose only one discipleship group in order to minimize exposure.

Current groups:

Wed 7pm, Riverbend Cafe

Sat. Men’s group 8 am, RB Cafe

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John 9
Mark 10:17-27
Matthew 23
Matthew 11:28-30
Mark 2:13-17

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The second Sunday of Advent gives us the opportunity to prepare our hearts in faithful waiting, celebrate the birth of Jesus, and ready ourselves for his second coming.
This week, we pause to remember who God is and what He has done for us.  As we prepare our hearts for the celebration of Jesus' arrival as a gift to all humanity, let's stir up in our hears and homes a sense of anticipation.  May God's spirit transform the days leading up to Christmas into a time of holy anticipation; preparing our hearts, as we faithfull await the chance to celebrate the arrival of our king.
Scripture (click on the scripture and it will open):

Isaiah 40:1-5

2 Peter 3:8-14

Mark 1:1-8

As we wait for God's plan to unfold, ask God to give you the patience you need.  You can also ask Him to remind you of the peace we can access when we take time to still ourselves & remember that He is God!
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The advent story book contains 25 Bible stories, explaining why Jesus came:

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The Advent Storybook by Laura Richie - Book Trailer

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The sermon is broken into three parts.  Each part is longer than originaally intended. I would recommend you watch the three parts in several different sessions so you have time to reflect on the content between each. They are designed to flow sequentially from one segment to the next. They are designed to be spread over several days, so there. is some overlap/review in each segment.

The final segment is our deeper dive into scripture. You. may. want to read the scripture ahead of time and/or have your bible available.

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We The Kingdom - recommended by Justin TenCate

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We The Kingdom - recommended by Justin TenCate

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We The Kingdom - Light of the World (Sing Hallelujah) [Lyric Video]

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Prayers:

Pam Callis’s father, Erv,  passed away.

Jenny Dieterle has been moved to Tecumseh Place

Pray for those away from their families.

Cathy Phillips has another surgery scheduled for this Thursday.

Continued recovery after hip surgery for Charlie.

Recovery & peace after Marge was in a traffic accident.

Health for those around us.

Dave Phillips's cousin, Ginny passed away last week.

Chuck's neighbor has requested prayer for her daughter, who is hospitalized in AZ with a rare infection.

To add a Prayer Request--type your request in the comment box below.

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What does it look like to live WITH Christ?  Share your ideas here!

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What does it look like to live WITH Christ?  Share your ideas here!

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Are you up for a challenge?

Below is a Kindness Calendar for December.  If you complete 10 or more of the challenges, take pictures & send them to me, I will have a special prize for you at the end of the month!

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Here is a coloring page for you to print and color

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Christmas Adopt-a-Family:  we are planning to participate again this year, and we should be receiving our family information soon.  PLEASE let Dawn know if you are able to assist with this project!  You can text, email or call or comment below with your name.

Christmas decorating:  if you can help decorate the church for Christmas, please contact Mike or Dawn to set up a time.

“With - Reimagining The Way You Relate To God” by Skye Jethani

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Below is a Kindness Calendar for December.  If you complete 10 or more of the challenges, take pictures & send them to me, I will have a special prize for you at the end of the month!


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The Second Sunday of Advent - Expectation
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Preparation (Faithful Waiting)
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The second Sunday of Advent gives us the opportunity to prepare our hearts in faithful waiting, celebrate the birth of Jesus, and ready ourselves for his second coming.
This week, we pause to remember who God is and what He has done for us.  As we prepare our hearts for the celebration of Jesus' arrival as a gift to all humanity, let's stir up in our hears and homes a sense of anticipation.  May God's spirit transform the days leading up to Christmas into a time of holy anticipation; preparing our hearts, as we faithfull await the chance to celebrate the arrival of our king.
Scripture (click on the scripture and it will open):

Isaiah 40:1-5
2 Peter 3:8-14
Mark 1:1-8

As we wait for God's plan to unfold, ask God to give you the patience you need.  You can also ask Him to remind you of the peace we can access when we take time to still ourselves & remember that He is God!
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The advent story book contains 25 Bible stories, explaining why Jesus came: 

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Prayers:

Pam Callis’s father, Erv,  passed away.
Jenny Dieterle has been moved to Tecumseh Place
Pray for those away from their families.
Cathy Phillips has another surgery scheduled for this Thursday.
Continued recovery after hip surgery for Charlie.
Recovery & peace after Marge was in a traffic accident. 
Health for those around us.
Dave Phillips's cousin, Ginny passed away last week.
Chuck's neighbor has requested prayer for her daughter, who is hospitalized in AZ with a rare infection.
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Worship in Prayer
Prayer Requests
Prayer Requests
Prayers:

Pam Callis’s father, Erv,  passed away.
Jenny Dieterle has been moved to Tecumseh Place
Pray for those away from their families.
Cathy Phillips has another surgery scheduled for this Thursday.
Continued recovery after hip surgery for Charlie.
Recovery & peace after Marge was in a traffic accident. 
Health for those around us.
Dave Phillips's cousin, Ginny passed away last week.
Chuck's neighbor has requested prayer for her daughter, who is hospitalized in AZ with a rare infection.
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Worship in Prayer
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Prayers:

Pam Callis’s father, Erv,  passed away.
Jenny Dieterle has been moved to Tecumseh Place
Pray for those away from their families.
Cathy Phillips has another surgery scheduled for this Thursday.
Continued recovery after hip surgery for Charlie.
Recovery & peace after Marge was in a traffic accident. 
Health for those around us.
Dave Phillips's cousin, Ginny passed away last week.
Chuck's neighbor has requested prayer for her daughter, who is hospitalized in AZ with a rare infection.
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Worship in Song - Two New Songs
We The Kingdom - recommended by Justin TenCate
We The Kingdom - recommended by Justin TenCate
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Is He Worthy?
Is He Worthy?
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