On January 2, our youth went to Wausau, Wisconsin for a winter retreat at Granite Peak Ski Resort. There were a few falls and sore muscles but mostly laughs and enjoyable fellowship!
Please visit the Gallery page to view the pictures of their trip.
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High School Youth Christmas Party
Our high school youth gathered at the church last night for their Christmas Party. We are thankful for these teens and our youth ministers, Don and Camille.
Children’s Christmas Program-Rescheduled Date
Our children’s program had to be cancelled last Sunday due to inclement weather. It has been rescheduled to Sunday, December 22 at the second service (10:40 a.m.) We will have communion and some worship but the message will be from our children in the form of a play, “The Next Noel.” All children should be in their classrooms by 10:30 a.m. in preparation of their performance.
There will also be a time of fellowship in the foyer starting at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to enjoy some cookies as they make their way to Sunday School and to see our children’s program.
Children’s Christmas Program
Our Children’s Christmas Program will be held this Sunday, December 15 at 6:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Thank You!!
A BIG THANK YOU to those who supplied gifts – whatever they were for Operation Christmas Child. Also to our Adult Sunday School classes; and Central State Construction for their generous donation for the shipping costs. To so many who helped with the packing of boxes, too many to name, but you know who you are. And to Betty Jane’s Kitchen for breakfast items supplied and enjoyed by everyone after the boxes were filled. This is truly a loving and giving church and the boys and girls of Operation Christmas Child will be blessed. Thank you.
~ Becky Bayes
Poinsettias for Christmas
Would you like to buy a poinsettia in honor or in memory of someone for this Christmas season? The cost for each plant is $12.50. There is a sign-up sheet in the foyer. If you don’t reside close to the church, you are welcome to call the office at 217.463.8024 with your information.
Veteran’s Day
Veteran’s Day is Monday, November 11 and as I think about the honor those that served deserve; I do not believe that it is enough to say “Thanks” and celebrate them one day a year. I am also humbled to think that their sacrificial giving of self has provided for me so many freedoms and privileges. I think of the saying, “All gave some – Some gave all.” The Bible teaches that we are required to give if we are a follower of Jesus. It starts with us giving our life to the Lord and from then on we are called to give of our life, time, energy, and money. I believe that Veterans gave because they believed in the call, the cause, and their leaders. How much more should we, Christians, believe in our calling, the cause of Christ, and our Leader.
~ Kurt
Trunk or Treat
Our Trunk or Treat event will be held at the church on Sunday, October 27 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. There will be games, crafts, food and, of course, lots of candy! Hayrides will also be enjoyed throughout the evening. Everyone is welcome.
Blanketed by Love
The Compassionate Clothing Closet’s (CCC) annual blanket drive began October 1 and will conclude on October 31. Please consider donating a new or gently, used blanket to be given to our neighbors in need during the long, winter months. Donations can be brought to Bell Ridge or can be taken directly to the CCC location on Central Avenue in Paris (Mon, 11-2 or Tues, 1-3.) Blanket distribution begins on November 1.
Church Lock-In
The Jr High Youth and Believer’s Class are invited to a Church Lock-In on Saturday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. Please join us for pizza, games, a movie and devotions. We will also be making breakfast for all of the Sunday School classes to make money to fund our mission projects.
~ Vanessa