Let’s see how much I can forget to put in this email.
Something I have mention in a previous email but forgot to mention at church is that this Sunday night at 6pm, while we aren’t having exchange groups, I will be up at my dad’s church in Toutle playing a Christmas concert with Terry Clark (picture on the left above). You are all invited of course. Terry is one of those musicians and worship leaders who, when he plays, just takes you right into the presence of God. In addition to the worship he’s got some plain old fun stuff too. Here is a link to a little mix of his stuff. Just a taste. http://www.exchangechurch.com/promofiles/terrydemo.mp3
Speaking of fun musicians, I have also mentioned Jay Koder in the past (picture on the right). Generally speaking most of the best musicians in the world go unheard of by most of the world. Jay is one of these players. Phenomenal guitar player, and loves the Lord to boot. Every year he puts together a little band and plays Christmas Carols at The Grotto Festival of Lights. We are putting together a little music and desert outing for married folks. The date is Tuesday, Dec. 23rd at 8pm. Depending on how many sign up we can take the church van (holds 12). Here is a link to a little mix of Jay’s Christmas stuff taken from a concert a few years ago. Again, just a taste. http://www.exchangechurch.com/promofiles/jaydemo.mp3
This Sunday is Family Dinner and Communion. The food theme for Family Dinner is Sandwiches and Salad (sandwich pictured above). And, as mentioned, there is no Exchange Group. We pick up again the following Sunday at Rochy and Sheri’s house. A preview of the next session is on the website.
Speaking of Sunday, as announced last week we will no longer have prayer on Tuesday nights. Instead we will refocus our efforts and meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30 before church. That will be an every Sunday meeting. In fact, show up a few minutes early so we can start at 9:30. Prayer is the conduit to the power of the Spirit. Without prayer there is no power. Without power our church goes nowhere and does nothing. That’s not a guilt trip, it’s just a reality. (Plus, if everyone is there early praying, maybe we could start on time! (wink)
For the ladies…
By the time you read this you will have either attended or missed Women’s Discipleship on Thursday morning. If you missed it, don’t worry because you can go to Sheri’s at 8:30am and get in on the action there. Women’s Discipleship is back in full swing. In addition, the Cookie and Card Exchange is happening this Saturday night at the church/school at 6pm. Invite a friend and/neighbor. Who could turn down cookies, right?
For the dudes…
Saturday morning men’s discipleship is shutting down till further notice to revamp and regroup. But don’t worry we aren’t leaving you out in the cold. Saturday, January 24th the NW Calvary Chapel Men’s Conference is happening in Seattle. The conference fee is $20. It goes from 9:30-4:30 and some great speakers are lined up. Let’s see if we can put together a crew for an all-day outing. Flyers and posters will be out soon.
OK, that’s about it. I’m sure I forgot something, but that’s part of the fun, right? See you Sunday!
Corby “lettuce between his teeth” Stephens
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