AWANA Opening Night -- Sunday, August 18

Our weekly club for young people from age 2 through 12th grade begins a brand new year on Sunday night, August 18.  The club goes from 5:30-7PM, and there is a group for every age.  The evening includes Bible study, discipleship, and games.  Everyone is invited!

Summer Movie Night

Our summer Family Movie Night is next Sunday evening, July 21. Make plans to come out and see Breakthrough, based on the inspirational true story of one mother's unfaltering love in the face of impossible odds.

When Joyce Smith's adopted son John falls through an icy Missouri lake, all hope seems lost. But as John lies lifeless, Joyce refuses to give up. Her steadfast belief inspires those around her to continue to pray for John's recovery, even in the face of every case history and scientific prediction.

Breakthrough is an enthralling reminder that faith and love can create a mountain of hope, and sometimes even a miracle.

MEN'S CHILI COOKOFF -- February 24, 6PM

The competition is intense.  The chili is world class.  Plan to take part next Sunday, February 24, 6PM.  Entries will be judged, and the winner will take possession of the coveted Silver Spike “You Nailed it!” Award for the next 12 months. Ladies, no help is allowed in chili preparation.  You can bring crackers, cheese, desserts, and other chili accompaniments.

***And the results are in!  The possessor of the Silver Spike for 2019 is Don LaCroix who stole the show with his pulled pork barbecue chili.  With no hope of term limits in sight, the office of  second place winner remains with Daniel Jones, Jr.  And Greg Lesley may blame sleepless nights up with his beautiful newborn daughter for dropping to third place.***

2019 SCRIPTURE MEMORY CHALLENGE

The 2019 Scripture Memory Challenge is to learn the final 12 verses in the Navigator Topical Memory System.  The theme is “Grow in Christlikeness.”  Verses are as follows: Love—John 13:34,35 & 1John 3:18; Humility—Philippians 2:3,4 & 1Peter 5:5,6; Purity—Ephesians 5:3 & 1Peter 2:11; Honesty—Leviticus 19:11 & Acts 24:16; Faith—Hebrews 11:6 & Romans 4:20,21; Good Works—Galatians 6:9,10 & Matthew 5:16.  Verse cards are available.  The finish line is the AWANA Awards Night in May.

Welcome in 2019 with Our Family of Faith

Join us at 7PM at the church for a fun, casual time of fellowship.  Bring your favorite board games and snacks.  We will spend the final moments of 2018 and the first few moments of 2019 sharing about God's goodness and praying for the year ahead.  See you there!

CANDLELIGHT CAROLS

The Sunday night before Christmas, December 23, is your opportunity to celebrate Christ's birth with the church family at Candlelight Carols.  It will be an evening of song and Scripture, worship and wonder.  Following the service at 6PM, we will gather in the Fellowship Hall for refreshments and fellowship.  Plan to attend.  Invite friends and family!

COUPLES FELLOWSHIP CHRISTMAS PARTY

The Couples Fellowship Christmas Party will be held at the home of Jason and Bethany Henry, 103 Vine Grove Lane, Cordova, on Saturday, December 8, starting at 5PM.  Plan to bring some party food to share as we look back at God’s goodness to us over the past year and celebrate the birth of our Savior. You can sign up at www.perfectpotluck.com. Each couple is asked to donate two $5-$10 gift cards for use in a Christmas game.