Weekly Update Jan 11, 2024

Finding Joy in the Journey

January 11, 2024

Hello,  

Finding Joy in the Journey - We hope this week finds you well. Tracy’s live discussion this past Monday on spiritual practices, especially fasting, really got us thinking. It's like that initial reluctance we often feel towards exercise, but once we get going, we find unexpected joy and connection. Watch it HERE for a deeper dive. Similarly, our journey through 'The Bible Recap' plan is an invitation to deepen our connection with God. How has this experience been for you so far? Are you finding new insights and joys in God's Word? And for our kids, there's an exciting path too! Check out Daily Bible for Kids for an engaging and age-appropriate way to connect with the scriptures. Let's all find joy in our journey with God, at every age.

    Here’s What’s Coming Up:

    A note from Colby: We're seeking six volunteers to bring snacks to our youth group every six weeks. This initiative will diversify our snack options and save crucial funds for fun events. If you're interested, please sign up here: Youth Group Snack Rotation. Your support is invaluable in nurturing our youth's faith journey. Thank you!Movie Night Fundraiser - Join us on January 27th at 6:45 for the movie "Church People." It's a fundraiser for some of our Youth NYC Mission team members. Adults: $12, Youth: $6, Under 12s: Free. Check out the details on their Facebook event.Update on Jack and Colby's Mission Trip to Mexico -  As the date draws close, let's keep Jack and Colby in our prayers as they get ready for their trip to Reynosa, Mexico, to connect with Josh Muse at Kaleo International on January 31st.  This trip is focused on fostering relationships and exploring new avenues for ministry. Your ongoing support and contributions to this trip and Kaleo International, which are welcome until January 21, are crucial in helping us extend our global reach. We're grateful for your commitment to our shared mission and the difference it makes.Save the Date! On February 11, we will be presenting our Annual Report. We are looking forward to a shared meal and a fun-filled presentation time with your Pastor Team after the celebration service. Stay tuned for more information to come soon!Coldest Night of the Year- Be part of the Coldest Night 2024 team on February 24, 2024, to support LifeHouse Emergency Shelter and help make a difference in the lives of women and their families. LifeHouse is dedicated to providing women and children in Prince County with safe and supportive transitional housing and shelter during challenging times. For more information go to their WEBSITE.Sunday Sermon Reflections - In her message this week, Tracy explored the impactful nature of Scripture, using Revelation as a key example. She drew parallels between our spiritual growth and the process of home renovations - messy but filled with hope. Check out her full sermon HERE for insights into how Scripture guides and transforms us.Join Us This Sunday -  We'd love to see you at our 10 am service. If you're an early bird, join us for pre-service prayer at 9:15. Can't make it in person? No problem, catch our live stream on YouTube.

    Giving and Website Update - New Changes and Features - We have some important updates to share with you! Firstly, we're in the process of transitioning our giving platform from Tithely to Nucleus Giving. We appreciate your patience as we work through a slight delay in this transition. Please keep an eye on our website for more details on how you can contribute through Nucleus Giving.Speaking of which, if you've visited our website recently, you might have noticed it's undergone a major transformation. Thanks to Natasha's leadership and hard work since July, we've launched our new and improved website, featuring Nucleus - our secure and user-friendly online church system. With Nucleus, you can effortlessly interact with our church community by submitting and viewing prayer requests, praying for shared requests from our community, giving your tithes and offerings online, signing up for events, and managing your activity & giving history. If you haven’t already, create your Nucleus login HERE.Keep an eye on your email for an upcoming contest related to our new website. We're excited for you to explore all these new features and join us in this digital leap forward! What can I say, technology is fun!

     P.S. Why not try a spiritual practice this week? Whether it’s reading Scripture, prayer, or something new, let’s open ourselves to the joy and discovery that awaits in these moments with God.

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