SCRIPTURE MEMORY EMPHASIS: As you memorize Isaiah 48:17b this week, take time to practice Lectio Divina. It has four parts: Read, Reflect, Respond, Rest.
"I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go." Isaiah 48:17b NIV
- Read: Read Isaiah 48:17b out loud slowly.
- Reflect: Read the verse out loud a second time. Ask yourself “What does it mean?”
- Respond: Read the verse out loud a third time. Talk to God about the verse.
- Rest: Read the verse a fourth time. Sit quietly for a minute, resting.
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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD (OCC): Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church to send gift-filled OCC shoeboxes to children in need around the world together with the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. If you did not get your shoebox turned in, you can bring it to the church no later than Friday, November 22.
JOIN CHRISTMAS CHOIR: On Sunday morning, December 15, our choir and orchestra will share some great Christmas music. We invite all of you to join our Christmas Choir during the month of December. You can listen to the music on your schedule, then join us for a couple of Sunday afternoon and Wednesday evening rehearsals. To let us know that you want to participate, just fill out a Next Steps card – either in person or online – and write “Christmas Choir” in the comments. We will get you all the resources you need.
PHIL & PAM MORGAN CONCERT: On Friday, December 6 at 7 PM, Phil & Pam will present their “Home for Christmas” concert at our church. Admission is free and a love offering will be taken.
WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS POTLUCK BRUNCH: All women are invited to attend brunch on Saturday, December 7, 10–11:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Along with good food & fellowship, you will learn about Flourish, a furniture bank that provides furnishings and essential home goods to people coming out of unhoused situations. Click HERE for more details on the brunch and items that can be donated to Flourish. Invite your family and friends!
FAMILY WINTER CAMP: Families of preschoolers through 12th graders are invited to join us at our annual Family Winter Camp, February 21-23, at Heartland Retreat Center in Parkville, MO. You will discover and develop relational skills for better communication, stronger connection, and maximum joy in your family. Early registration is October 6-19 at a cost of $395 per family. Registration cost from October 20-January 4 will be $425, and late registration will be January 5-26 at $450. To register, go to fbcls.info/fwc.
COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE: The annual Thanksgiving service sponsored by the Ministerial Alliance will be on Sunday, November 24, at 7 PM. It will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Lee’s Summit across from John Knox Village. It will feature multiple bell choirs, a choral choir, and brief messages on the theme of thanksgiving by some local pastors and leaders.
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