December 8, 2024
Emmanuel: God With Us
Matthew 1:18-25
Weather Cancelations
Winter is upon us and with winter often comes inclement weather and bad driving conditions. FBC's policy is that if the school system closes down, then all FBC programs held that day/night are also closed. Closures will be put on Facebook and sent out via the pray chain and weekly update if the decision is made to cancel services on a Sunday.
Sunday School Classes
There will be no Second Hour Classes during the month of December. Classes will resume on January 5, 2025
Upstairs Custodian Needed
We are looking for an upstairs custodian who can work every other week. This position involves cleaning the upstairs of our facility and setting it up for the various ministries to use each week. It usually requires between 12 and 15 hours each week, depending on the building use schedule for that week. It involves such tasks as cleaning the bathrooms and replenishing paper supplies there, vacuuming, emptying trash, washing windows and glass doors, dusting flat surfaces, and setting up and taking down tables and chairs. Physical requirements include good health, freedom from back problems, and the ability to regularly lift and carry at least 50 pounds. Starting pay begins at $14 an hour, depending on experience.
If you are interested in this position, please contact Pastor Tom (pastortom@fbczeeland.org).
Mark your Calendar
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No Second hour classes during the month of December
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December 1-15 – Blessing Tree
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December 8 – Meet and Greet with Clint Echols, 11:00 am
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December 11 – Last Big Life and Real Life Middle of the year
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December 15 – Children singing in Morning Worship and Christmas Brunch
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Church Offices are closed – December 23-24 and December 31-January 1
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December 31 – End of the Year Giving must be into the church office by this date
Meet and Greet with Clint Echols
Our missionary, Clint Echols, is scheduled to worship with us TODAY. Following the morning service, Brother Clint will be in Room 201 (Parlor). Light refreshments will be served. Please take advantage of this opportunity to get to know Brother Clint better.
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Blessing Tree
Each year as a church we have a service opportunity to bless and help our church family and community. The Blessing Tree is located in the Foyer and is decorated with ‘ornaments’ that will list opportunities to fill various needs. All gifts must be returned by next Sunday, December 15.
Christmas Brunch
Once again we will be gathering as a church family to celebrate the Christmas season and fellowship with each other on December 15. The children will be singing in the morning service and this would be a great time to invite the grandparents, cousins, friends to come hear them sing and then stay for the brunch. There is a sign up in the Foyer for dishes to bring and let us know how many to plan on attending.
Congratulations to
Josiah and Mei Meiste
On the birth of their daughter
Arielle Grace
November 30, 2024 1:16 pm
5 pounds 12 ounces 19 ¼ inches
Outreach Training
This winter we will host three different trainings that will help us better equip our congregation for outreach with the Gospel to our community. These trainings will be hosted by leaders from the Joshua Center (affiliated with Positive Options) and are open to all adults. They will meet from 5pm-7pm Sunday nights on the following dates. Sign up by emailing the church office (office@fbczeeland.org). Limited childcare will be available. Please contact the church office to let us know that you will need childcare so we can plan accordingly.
January 5 and 19 - God's Story, Our Story: The Gospel as a Blueprint for a Culture of Life
February 2 and 16 - Sharing the Gospel: Turn Everyday Encounters to Jesus Conversation
March 2 and 16 - Speaking to the Tough Issues: Posturing and Practice
PRAYER FOCUS
Mission
Jason & Lisa “Howard”
Missionary Children
John Martin and John Anthony Reyes
Elders, Deacons, and Staff
Ryan Pusztai, Deacon
Homebound Worshippers
Leon and Joan Gordillo
Prayer
We want to pray for your specific needs. Please call the church office at 616.772.4377 orEmail us at prayer@fbczeeland.org.
Pastor-on-call number … 616.741.1399.
This week at FBCZ
Today Morning worship
Children’s Choir Practice
Meet and Greet with Clint Echols
Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer
Children Ministries – last one this year
Real Life Middle – last one this year
Worship Team Practice
Friday Real Life Christmas Party and Overnighter
Looking Ahead
December 1-15 Blessing Tree
December 15 Children Sing in Morning Worship
Christmas Brunch
December 24-25 Church Office Closed
December 31- Church Office Closed
January 1, 2025
December 31 End of Year Giving must be into church office by this date
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2024 Tithes and Gifts
General Fund
Proposed weekly budget $11,795
Received last week $11,405
Budget deficit year to date $-43,170
Benevolent Giving
Received last week $502
Received year to date $12,588
Faith Promise Mission Giving
Received last week $980
Received year to date $22,931
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Tithes and offerings can be placed in the
Worship through Giving boxes located at the back of the auditorium and
at each door of the building.