Our Newest Members

Welcome to the membership of Open Door, Sara LaVoice and Micah Ehmke!  Sara's been a part of our church family for a long time, just making it official.  Micah moved to Memphis in August to be a part of Downline Ministries' Emerging Leaders. 

Christmas Fun Night

Bring the whole family and come out for our Christmas Family Fun Night on Saturday, December 7.  Bring some finger foods to share and plan on a good time of Christmas-themed games and a movie.  We will eat at 5:00PM.  The movie will start at 6:30PM.

Couples Christmas Fellowship Gathering

Couples Fellowship will meet on Friday, December 13, 7PM, at the home of Richard and Lisa Aitken.  Sign up at PerfectPotluck (or use the signup sheet at church) to bring some Christmas-style food. 

Neither Rain, Nor Snow, Nor Dark of Night

During this Christmas season, our DoorKeepers would like to help you deliver your cards to others in the congregation.  If you bring them to the church by Wednesday, December 18, they will deliver them for you.

Congratulations, Jon!

Jonathan Dee will graduate from Mississippi State University on Saturday, December 14, 10AM, at Humphrey Coliseum.  He will receive a Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry.

Update: Total Operation Christmas Child Boxes from Open Door...104!

Couples Fellowship Christmas

Couples Fellowship will meet on Friday, December 13, 7PM, at the home of Richard and Lisa Aitken.  Sign up to bring festive Christmas party food at perfectpotluck.com (LaCroix/December) or talk with Donna LaCroix.

St. Jude Marathon Hospitality

On Saturday, December 7, thousands of people will run by Open Door as they take part in the St. Jude Marathon.  We will again open our building to provide hospitality for workers and spectators.  If you would like to come help, contact the church office.

Operation Christmas Child Packing Party

Our young people packed up 56 boxes for Operation Christmas Child on Saturday, November 23!  These boxes will go to needy kids all over the world.  Great job!

THINGS TO COME

Sunday, November 17, 4:45PM   Puppet Ministry Practice

Tuesday, November 19, 7PM      Ladies Bible Study

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 10:45AM   Community Bible Study

Wednesday, November 20, 7PM  DoorKeepers Bible Study

Saturday, November 23, 1PM      DoorKeepers Service Extravaganza

Sunday, November 24, 5PM        Annual Thanksgiving Dinner

Friday, December 6, 6:30PM       Family Fun Night

Saturday, December 7                St. Jude Marathon

Saturday, December 14, 4PM      DoorKeepers Christmas Party

Sunday, December 15, 10:45AM  Christmas Program

Sunday, December 22, 6PM        Candlelight Carols

Annual Thanksgiving Feast

Sunday evening, November 24, is our Annual Thanksgiving Feast.  Join us at 5PM for a wonderful time reflecting on God’s blessings in our lives.  Bring traditional holiday foods to share.  Main dishes will be provided.  You are in charge of the program!  Come ready to tell the rest of us why you are thankful.  Invite family and friends.  Our AWANA clubbers and their parents are encouraged to take part.

Has Pastor Gary mentioned he's a grandfather?

Congratulations to Rob and Beth on the birth of their son Luke Michael Palmer.  He was born November 12 at 10:58AM, weighing 8lb. 12oz. and measuring 21 inches.

2014 Men's Downline Summit

The 2014 Men’s Downline Summit is called Come, Follow.  Go, Make.  The Call back to Biblical Discipleship.  It is Friday evening, January 31, and Saturday, February 1.  Early bird pricing of $35 is good this month.  Sign up at downlinesummit.com today.

Faithful Servant Celebrates CEF Mexico

Hazel McCrary is in Mexico City, speaking at the 75^th Anniversary of Child Evangelism Fellowship’s work there.  Pray for her good health, safe travels, effective ministry, and encouragement as she reflects on all God has done.

DoorKeepers Service Extravaganza

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