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The University Place Christian

Health Concerns: Laurel

Arnold; Valarie Zaloudek,

cancer; Forrest Ridgeway,

Cynthia Smith’s brother,

cancer; Angelina Bradley,

Delia Felix’ granddaughter;

Tena Ruggia; Helen Day,

broken femur; Jackie Egelston; Linda Bair; Dick

Duckworth; Bob Simpson; Jerre Lollman; Ken

Smith, cancer; Beth Smith; Jim Byers, Charlie

Jones’ cousin; Connie, Robert Smith’s friend,

Alzheimer’s; David, Robert Smith’s friend, cancer;

Miles Hardage; Dawn Lack; Debbie Heaton;

Dillard Moore, Robert Smith’s cousin

Other: Vance AFB Families, loss of loved ones;

Family of Herwanna Sayre, loss of loved one;

Alicia Reed, Leland Reed’s daughter, custody of

children; HVAC work; Roy Smith, Robert &

Cynthia Smith’s neighbor; Francisco Cuellar,

Asamblea Apostolica Pastor, Enid employment;

Tim McAnally, full time employment; Arnett

Christian Church, Arnett and Braman Christian

Church, Braman, Northwest Area Churches

Vol. LIII, No. 23 Enid, Oklahoma November 28, 2019

MESSAGE FROM

OUR MODERATOR

Giving Thanks!

Sometimes circumstances cause changes in the normal flow of family celebrations, espe-cially around the holidays. Work schedules are one of the main reasons for the shuffle. The fact that the Christmas holiday can fall on any day of the week, and Thanksgiving ALWAYS falls on Thursday, makes it difficult for those who work and/or travel.

Large families, such as mine, usually change plans several times during the year in an attempt to accommodate as many family members as possible. The usual compromise is for those who travel to come home for one holiday, but not both. Work schedules and requested time off making a big impact on which one to attend.

I once read that necessity is the mother of invention and creativity is the father (author unknown). Since my grand-son, Josh, who lives in Texas, could only come for Thanksgiving, my daughter Robin came up with a simple plan several years ago. She has a Thanksgiving Tree, decorated appropriately with holly berries, miniature pumpkins, and fall colored lights. Underneath the tree are “presents,” decorated boxes, each one labeled with something to be thankful for: Family, Health, Friends, Food, Holidays, Employment, Home. A wonderful way to remember what Thanksgiving is all about.

May we all take the time to make our own list of what we can be thankful for, especially the fact that we have freedom of worship, the best present of all.

Laurel Arnold Moderator/Board Chairperson

THIS SUNDAY IN WORSHIP

First Sunday of Advent

Preacher: Gordon Epps

Sermon: “Do You Want a Wake Up Call?”

Worship Leader: Annie Galbreath

Liturgist: Phil Shearer

Elder: Martha Hatt

Diaconate: Dottie Harkin and Linda Bair

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5; Psalm 122;

Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:36-44

DECEMBER 8 IN WORSHIP

Second Sunday of Advent Christmas Special Offering

Preacher: Harold Hatt

Worship Leader: Charlie Jones

Liturgist: Annie Galbreath

Elder: Annie Galbreath

Diaconate: Jackie Egelston and Bobbie Mardis

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10; Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19;

Romans 15:4-13; Matthew 3:1-12

ANGELS IN OUR MIDST

We have angels at University Place. Their names are Cynthia, Delia and Rebecca. Please remember to show appreci-

ation for them this Christmas, and plan to send your gift marked “Staff Christmas” before December 15th.

Laurel Arnold

STEWARDSHIP CORNER

BE A STEWARD OF GOD’S WORD Jesus has commanded us to share our faith and

make disciples of others.

SHARE THE GOOD NEWS Spread the Good News of salvation. Let others know what a difference God has made in your life.

BE AN EXAMPLE The best way to show the benefits of a Christian life is to live a Christian life.

BE ACTIVE Worship regularly with your family and friends. Help with services, and take part in church affairs.

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”

Matthew 28:19

-The Stewardship Way of Life, 1993 Channing Bete Company, Inc.

DISCIPLES WOMEN MEET AT 7 P.M.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 2

IN THE CHURCH

FELLOWSHIP HALL

TO PUT TOGETHER

CHRISTMAS TREATS.

ALL WOMEN INVITED!

This year Disciples Women are adopting three special classes at Adams Elemen-tary School for Christmas. There is a total of 20 students and three teachers. Plans are to give each child a pair of gloves, a hat and treats. If you would like to help with this project with a monetary donation to go towards purchases, let Rebecca or Annie know.

PERMANENT FUND ACTIVITY

JOHN & HERWANNA SAYRE NAMED PERMANENT FUND CONTRIBUTORS: Dottie Harkin

ADVENT BEGINS

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1

What if this Advent we opened

our hearts and prepared enough

room to receive not just the baby

sweet and mild in the manger, but

the man and ministry that

changed the world and has the

ability to change our lives?

Prepare, our Advent devotional, is available.

Contact Annie Galbreath if you have not received

your copy yet. Starting the first Sunday of Advent,

December 1, each five-minute devotion includes

scripture, a reflection, and a prayer.

This booklet is a daily, four-week resource to help

us hear God’s call to faithfulness in Jesus being

made flesh in our world. When we hear that call,

how do we hope and pray and change -- and live

differently?

Monday Mamre Meal 6 P.M. Hot meal every

Monday evening with the

exception of the first Monday

of the month. Call by 3 P.M.

Monday for transportation

(580) 234-5221

Second Mile Clothing Closet open to the public

Mondays 3 P.M.—6 P.M.

Fridays 9 A.M.—Noon

Simply Beautiful Storybook Weddings

Without Checkbook Catastrophes

Call the Church Office

(580) 234-5221

Hour of Power 1 p.m. Thursday Time of Prayer

PASS THE WORD!

BOOK SALE, DECEMBER 15

9 A.M. TO 5:30 P.M.

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to gather with

family and friends and reflect on the blessings of

the last year. It's a time we turn our eyes onto what

is most important. What if we spent time each day

in giving thanks and prayer?

12/06—Jerre Lollman

Sundays —

9:00 Church School

10:00 Worship Service

Call for transportation

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