12.01.24
ORDER OF WORSHIP
“To God Be the Glory” - #4
“Angels We Have Heard on High” - #1002
Welcome—Greg Dowell
Advent Reading—Student Ministry
“O Come, Let Us Adore Him” - #264
“Beautiful One”
“My Only Hope Is You”
“Here I Am to Worship”
“Living Hope”
Communion—Prentiss Washington
Offering—Mike Robertson
“Wonderful Merciful Savior”
Dismiss for Children’s Worship in Hangar C
Scripture Reading—Matthew 1:18-21—Pamela Kelsey
“Practicing Christmas: Character Matters”—Mic Biesboer
“I Give You My Heart”
Benediction—Larry Borger
“To God Be the Glory” - #4
“Angels We Have Heard on High” - #1002
Welcome—Greg Dowell
Advent Reading—Student Ministry
“O Come, Let Us Adore Him” - #264
“Beautiful One”
“My Only Hope Is You”
“Here I Am to Worship”
“Living Hope”
Communion—Prentiss Washington
Offering—Mike Robertson
“Wonderful Merciful Savior”
Dismiss for Children’s Worship in Hangar C
Scripture Reading—Matthew 1:18-21—Pamela Kelsey
“Practicing Christmas: Character Matters”—Mic Biesboer
“I Give You My Heart”
Benediction—Larry Borger
This year's advent theme is titled "Practicing Christmas." As we prepare and ready ourselves for Advent, "the Coming of Jesus Christ," we read and reflect on the biblical Christmas narratives of Jesus' arrival. Maybe there's more to these stories than Christmas productions, special worship services, and holiday ornaments and decor? Join Central as together we learn to practice the way of Jesus Christ during this Christmas season and beyond.
Practicing Christmas: Character Matters
Read: Matthew 1:18-21
Reflect: Joseph's decision to remain married and committed to Mary exemplifies a Husband and Father who is humble, loyal, and self-sacrificial. What does this story say about God? Why does Joseph's character matter in this Christmas story?
Practice: This week intentionally seek ways to practice self-sacrifice and humility. Pray that God will soften your heart towards a challenging situation or person.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE @ CENTRAL
Season of Advent
December 1-December 24
Advent is the season of the church calendar where churches collectively anticipate the coming of Christ in the form of a baby.
A Service to Remember
December 8
During worship, we will have a special time to remember, honor, lament, and celebrate loved ones we have lost during the last year. Part of being in a church community is supporting one another in joy and in sorrow. If you have a loved one you would like to honor, please notify us so we can include them in this special time.
Christmas Worship Service
December 15
We will meet at our regular time. Bible class (all ages) will also meet at regular time. Childcare will be provided.
Worship Service
December 22
We will meet at our regular time. There will be no Bible class (all ages) and no childcare provided.
Worship Service
December 29
We will meet at our regular time. There will be no Bible class (all ages) and no childcare provided.
AN OLD-FASHION CHRISTMAS
Mark your calendar now for An Old-Fashion Christmas on December 7 at 6:30pm in Sneed Hall. Tickets are $15 per person. Look for Nancy Noyes in the southwest atrium area. Tickets will also be available at the church office during the week. Please make other plans for children.
YOUNG AT HEART
will meet this Tuesday, December 3, at 6pm in Sneed Hall for their monthly potluck and game night.
COLOMBIA MISSION EXPERIENCE
There will be an interest meeting on Sunday, December 15, in the Commons immediately following worship about the mission experience to Colombia this summer.
STUDENT MINISTRY NEWS
WEDNESDAY NIGHT GROUPS!
MS and HS will meet in the Youth Space from 6:30-8:00pm.
CAMP BLESSING SIGN UP
June 23-28, 2025
Registration for Camp Blessing is now live! We anticipate the available spots to fill up quickly. If you are interested but didn't fill out the interest form, please contact Mesa or Lauren for instructions on how to sign up via Camp Blessing's website. This is a great experience and we would love for you to join us!
Practicing Christmas: Character Matters
Read: Matthew 1:18-21
Reflect: Joseph's decision to remain married and committed to Mary exemplifies a Husband and Father who is humble, loyal, and self-sacrificial. What does this story say about God? Why does Joseph's character matter in this Christmas story?
Practice: This week intentionally seek ways to practice self-sacrifice and humility. Pray that God will soften your heart towards a challenging situation or person.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE @ CENTRAL
Season of Advent
December 1-December 24
Advent is the season of the church calendar where churches collectively anticipate the coming of Christ in the form of a baby.
A Service to Remember
December 8
During worship, we will have a special time to remember, honor, lament, and celebrate loved ones we have lost during the last year. Part of being in a church community is supporting one another in joy and in sorrow. If you have a loved one you would like to honor, please notify us so we can include them in this special time.
Christmas Worship Service
December 15
We will meet at our regular time. Bible class (all ages) will also meet at regular time. Childcare will be provided.
Worship Service
December 22
We will meet at our regular time. There will be no Bible class (all ages) and no childcare provided.
Worship Service
December 29
We will meet at our regular time. There will be no Bible class (all ages) and no childcare provided.
AN OLD-FASHION CHRISTMAS
Mark your calendar now for An Old-Fashion Christmas on December 7 at 6:30pm in Sneed Hall. Tickets are $15 per person. Look for Nancy Noyes in the southwest atrium area. Tickets will also be available at the church office during the week. Please make other plans for children.
YOUNG AT HEART
will meet this Tuesday, December 3, at 6pm in Sneed Hall for their monthly potluck and game night.
COLOMBIA MISSION EXPERIENCE
There will be an interest meeting on Sunday, December 15, in the Commons immediately following worship about the mission experience to Colombia this summer.
STUDENT MINISTRY NEWS
WEDNESDAY NIGHT GROUPS!
MS and HS will meet in the Youth Space from 6:30-8:00pm.
CAMP BLESSING SIGN UP
June 23-28, 2025
Registration for Camp Blessing is now live! We anticipate the available spots to fill up quickly. If you are interested but didn't fill out the interest form, please contact Mesa or Lauren for instructions on how to sign up via Camp Blessing's website. This is a great experience and we would love for you to join us!
PRAYERS FOR CENTRAL FAMILY
Kennedy Malone JaNet Trujillo
Ted Albertson Toni Kizer
Lillie Miller Margaret Hooker
Family of Sarah Fansler
James & Constance Grant’s Grandchildren
PRAYERS FOR OUR SHUT-INS
Ruth Morey Derrell Havins
Elaine Rains Pat McKay
Kay Christie Noami Thornton
Margaret Hooker Jim Jenkins
Leta Carroll
Pete & Mollie White
Stan & Lynda Fogerson
Kennedy Malone JaNet Trujillo
Ted Albertson Toni Kizer
Lillie Miller Margaret Hooker
Family of Sarah Fansler
James & Constance Grant’s Grandchildren
PRAYERS FOR OUR SHUT-INS
Ruth Morey Derrell Havins
Elaine Rains Pat McKay
Kay Christie Noami Thornton
Margaret Hooker Jim Jenkins
Leta Carroll
Pete & Mollie White
Stan & Lynda Fogerson
11/17/24
Worship In-Person 474
Worship Online 37
Contribution $32,331
Financials for January thru October
Budgeted Contribution
($35,000 @ 43 weeks) $1,505,000
Actual Contributions $1,473,344
Non-Contributed Funds 87,658
Total $1,561,002
Actual Expenditures $1,630,323
Worship In-Person 474
Worship Online 37
Contribution $32,331
Financials for January thru October
Budgeted Contribution
($35,000 @ 43 weeks) $1,505,000
Actual Contributions $1,473,344
Non-Contributed Funds 87,658
Total $1,561,002
Actual Expenditures $1,630,323