From the Shepherd's Heart...Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Sunday night proved to be a meaningful night of worship set by Bro. Keith, the praise band and team and the Worship Choir and Children's choir.  It was a beautiful tapestry of new songs and carols, Scripture reading and devotions, solos and choirs, adult and children's choirs, specials and congregational participation.  It was a beautiful night of Christmas music leading us to worship our King.

Thanks to those who serve with our children providing them opportunities to sing and worship and especially, Elizabeth Wootten, who is the key leader.

Thanks to our praise band who works so long and hard to provide excellent live music each Sunday:  Keith Beatty, Brandon Boswell, Shane Hiett, and Jared Underwood.  Our praise team is simply the best:  Crystal Hall, Traci Roper, Kelly Underwood and Melinda White.

This Sunday night we are scheduled for a"normal" Sunday night; so I wanted to do something a little different.  The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association has been doing "My Hope" outreaches in the fall for the past three years featuring Dr. Graham using DVD and TV to share a message with America.  Last year, he did a message on "Heaven" that God really used in my life and the life of our church.  In fact, I showed the "Heaven" message on Wednesday night and was so blessed that I took a Sunday morning to show it, as well.  This Sunday night will not be a "normal" service, but I think it will be one you will enjoy and be challenged. If you can bring a friend or family member, they will hear a good presentation of the gospel.  The service will not last but about 45 minutes so come and bring someone with you.

Don't forget our schedule the last two weeks of the year:
This Sunday - Upward Meeting for all coaches  4:00-6:00 (SFH)
Monday, December 21 - Caroling 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 23 - no services
Thursday, December 24 - Christmas Eve service  5:30-6:00 pm
Sunday, December 27 - Sunday School Rally for youth and adults in the auditorium, 9:00-10:00 am
Sunday, December 27 - Lord's Supper Drop-In Service 5:00-7:00
Wednesday, December 30 - no services

 Church Goal:  $5,500.00

Given to Date:  $8,402.00

Thank you for giving.  If you have not given, then it doesn't matter that we have already reached our goal.  It means you have not gotten in on the blessing of giving to reach the World.  So, give this Sunday or before the end of the year.