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LORD’S SUPPER CHANGE: The Session has postponed celebration of the Lord’s Supper from January 29 to February 5.

HIGH SCHOOL D-GROUP TONIGHT at the Edwards’ from 6-8pm.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITIES continue each week through the Winter from 6-7:30 pm with activities for: Middle School, Primary Ages, Preschool, and Women’s Bible Study; nursery is provided.

MISSIONS OPPORTUNITY and help clean out your closets. The Collins girls will be going on a medical missions trip to the Dominican Republic the first week of March. You can participate with them by donating J your Happy Meal type toys (ie small) in the marked bin underneath the Children’s Ministry bulletin board by the children’s wing.

GHP FALL ENROLLMENT 2012-2013 will begin February 6. There are registration forms on both the greeter and children’s wing tables as well as at www.gracehousepreschool.org.

FAMILY PROMISE HOSTING: Mark your calendars; we are hosting the following weeks of the first half of 2012: Feb 5-12, Apr 8-15, and
June 10-17.

MISSIONS SUNDAY: Mark your calendars for February 18-19.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED: GPC will be hosting a seven week study on the meaning of Christianity beginning in mid-February and continuing through the end of March. This study is an excellent introduction or re-introduction to the basic tenets of Christianity. This is an open study to any who are interested in learning more. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please let Pastor Randy know.

SMALL GROUP studying Romans 5-8 meeting at the Plybons, Sundays 6:00–7:30, and you’re invited. Call Jim or Claudia for more information 996-0785.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the event of bad weather, please be sure to check WXII, the church website, or any of our social network updates.

REDEEMER SCHOOL PRIORITY ENROLLMENT: January 31st is the deadline for priority applications for enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year. Reduced member tuition rates, scholarships and tuition assistance funds may also be available. If you are interested in your TK-8th grade child enjoying a personal and enriching learning experience, please check out our website (www.redeemerschool.org) or call (724-9460) for more information.

You may view this week’s bulletin here.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TODAY following the worship  service. We will be reporting on the 2011 budget and

plans that we  have for 2012.

HIGH SCHOOL D­GROUP TONIGHT at the Edwards’ from 6­‐8pm.  

WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITIES continue each week  through the Winter from 6-7:30 pm with activities for: Middle School, Primary Ages, Preschool, and Women’s

Bible Study; nursery is  provided.

FAMILY PROMISE HOSTING: Mark your calendars; we are hosting the following

weeks of the first half of 2012: Feb 5­‐12, Apr 8­‐15, and June 10-­‐17.

MISSIONS SUNDAY: Mark your calendars for February 18-­‐19.  

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED: GPC will be hosting a seven week  study on the meaning of Christianity beginning in mid February and  continuing through the end of March. This study is an excellent

introduction or reintroduction to the basic tenets of Christianity. This is an open

study to any who are interested in learning more. If you are interested in

participating or have questions, please let Pastor Randy  know.

MIDDLE SCHOOL GAME NIGHT at the Plybons, Friday, Jan. 20 at 6:30. Bring your favorite game and a snack to

share.  

SMALL GROUPS studying Romans 5- 8  meeting  at  the  Plybons,   Sundays 6:00-7:30, and you’re invited. Call Jim or Claudia for more  information 996-­‐0785.  

INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the event of bad weather, please be  sure to check WXII, the church website,

or any of our social network  updates.  

REDEEMER SCHOOL PRIORITY ENROLLMENT: January 31st  is the deadline for priority applications for enrollment for the  2012­‐2013 school year. Reduced member tuition rates, scholarships and tuition assistance

funds may also be available. If you are  interested in your TK-8th grade child  enjoying a personal and  enriching learning experience, please check out our website

(www.redeemerschool.org) or call (724-­‐9460) for more information.  

REDEEMER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE TOUR: on Wednesday,  January 18, from 9:15­‐10:30 AM. Please call 724­‐9460 to RSVP or for more information.

You may view this weeks bulletin here.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING January 15th following the worship service. We will be reporting on the 2011 budget and plans that we have for 2012.

HIGH SCHOOL D-GROUP tonight at the Edwards’ from 6-8pm.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITIES continue each week through the Winter from 6-7:30pm with activities for: Middle School, Primary Ages, Preschool, and Women’s Bible Study; nursery is provided.

FAMILY PROMISE HOSTING: Mark your calendars; we are hosting the following weeks of the first half of 2012: Feb 5-12, Apr 8-15, and June 10-17.

A SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER is needed for the 1st/2nd Sunday school class. If you are interested, please contact Carla.

MISSIONS SUNDAY: Mark your calendars for February 18-19.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED: GPC will be hosting a seven week study on the meaning of Christianity beginning in mid-February and continuing through the end of March. This study is an excellent introduction or re-introduction to the basic tenets of Christianity. This is an open study to any who are interested in learning more. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please let Pastor Randy know.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the event of bad weather, please be sure to check WXII, the church website, or any of our social network updates.

REDEEMER SCHOOL PRIORITY ENROLLMENT: January 31st is the deadline for priority applications for enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year. Reduced member tuition rates, scholarships and tuition assistance funds may also be available. If you are interested in your TK-8th grade child enjoying a personal and enriching learning experience, please check out our website (www.redeemerschool.org) or call (724-9460) for more information.

REDEEMER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE TOUR: Redeemer School will be holding an Open House Tour on Wednesday, January 18, from 9:15-10:30 AM. We are excited to share more with you about our new Transitional Kindergarten as well as our existing K-8th grades. Please call 724-9460 to RSVP or for more information.

You may view Sunday’s bulletin here.

ADULT BIBLE COMMUNITY meets each Sunday morning in the Fellowship Hall from 9:30-10:15. We are continuing our new study: Resolving Everyday Conflict.

HIGH SCHOOL D-GROUP meets tonight at the Edwards’ home from 6-8pm.

HIGH SCHOOL AFTER-CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS PARTY with Redeemer and Hope Churches. Mark your calendar for Dec 28!

CHOIR REHEARSAL: Our next rehearsal is the 19^th from 8 to 9pm at the building. For more information or to sign up please contact Michael Kuehn (eventhieves@gmail.com).

WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITIES have concluded for 2011. See you in 2012.

FAMILY PROMISE HOSTING: Mark your calendars; we are hosting the following weeks of the first half of 2012: Feb 5-12, Apr 8-15, and June 10-17.

FAMILY PROMISE ANGEL TREE: On the bulletin board by the children’s wing, there are opportunities to further give to the families that have recently been part of the family promise program. Please take the opportunity to select an angel from the tree, purchase the gift that is on the angel, and return the wrapped present (gift receipts are a plus!) with the angel taped to the outside of the present to the church office no later than Friday, December 16. Please make sure that you sign that you took an angel in the corresponding space (each angel has a number on them) so we know who has angels. Questions, see Carla in the church office.

A SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER is needed for the 1^st/2^nd Sunday school class. If you are interested, please contact Carla.

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE: GPC will host a Candlelight Service from 7-8 pm on a certain Saturday in December. This will be a family-friendly service. Join us with your family and friends as we celebrate the birth of the Messiah.

CHRISTMAS SERVICE: This year Christmas falls on Sunday. We will be worshiping together from 10:30 to 11:30. There will be no Sunday School and no Children’s Church or Nursery for that Sunday morning. In addition, we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper. See you then!

NEW YEARS SUNDAY their will be no Sunday School. We will gather for 10:30am worship only.

2011 FINANCIAL NOTES: Tax-deductible contributions to the church for 2011 must be received in the office or postmarked by December 31, 2011. Receipts for any reimbursable expenditures for 2011 should be turned in to the office by Monday, December 20, 2011.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING January 15^th following the worship service. We will be reporting on 2011 budget and plans that we have for 2012.

MISSIONS WEEKEND: Mark your calendars for the weekend of February 24-25.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED: GPC will be hosting a seven week study on the meaning of Christianity beginning in mid-February and continuing through the end of March. This study is an excellent introduction or re-introduction to the basic tenets of Christianity. This is an open study to any who are interested in learning more. If you are interested in participating or have questions, please let Pastor Randy know.

INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event of bad weather, please be sure to check WXII, the church website or any of our social network updates.

You may view Sundays bulletin here.

HIGH SCHOOL D-GROUP is going to Cans and Carols. Meet at the Edwards to depart at6pm. Bring a canned food for admission. Randy will have you home by 9pm.

CHOIR REHEARSAL: We rehearse every other week and our next rehearsal is Nov 28 atthe building. For more information or to sign up please contact Michael Kuehn(eventhieves@gmail.com).

CHRISTMAS PAGEANT PRACTICE will be held during Children’s Church this week.

A DRESS REHEARSAL FOR THE CHRISTMAS PAGEANT is scheduled for noon TODAY. Bringa sack lunch.

CHRISTMAS PAGEANT! The Grinch Who Didn’t Steal Christmas. Wednesday, December 7at 6:30pm. Reception will follow. Cookies or finger foods (there will be no forks!) areneeded for the pageant reception. If you are able, please call Carla at the church office.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITIES have concluded for 2011. See you in 2012.

CANS AND CAROLS will be held TONIGHT at Redeemer Presbyterian Canned goods arethe price of admission and will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank.

GHPS CHRISTMAS PROGRAM is Thursday, December 8, at 6:30 pm. Reception to follow.

FAMILY PROMISE HOSTING: Mark your calendars; we are hosting the following weeks ofthe first half of 2012: Feb 5-12, Apr 8-15, and June 10-17.

FAMILY PROMISE ANGEL TREE: On the bulletin board by the children’s wing, there areopportunities to further give to the families that have recently been part of the familypromise program. Please take the opportunity to select an angel from the tree,purchase the gift that is on the angel, and return the wrapped present (gift receipts area plus!) with the angel taped to the outside of the present to the church office no laterthan Friday, December 16. Please make sure that you sign that you took an angel in thecorresponding space (each angel has a number on them) so we know who has angels.Questions, see Carla in the church office.

A SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER is needed for the 1st/2nd Sunday school class. If you areinterested, please contact Carla.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MCCLAINS! on the birth of Corwin Addison (8lbs 21oz) onNovember 21 at 1:16pm. We can’t wait to meet him!

GLEN VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH is hosting a two hour seminar as a part of it’s Grief Shareministry entitled, Surviving the Holidays from 6:15-8:30pm. Arrive early to allow timefor registration. Cost is $5. For more information, please see: www.griefshare/holidays

REDEEMER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Redeemer School will be holding an Open House onThursday, December 8thfrom 9:15-10:30 AM. This is a great opportunity to learn moreabout our philosophy and TK-8 curriculum as well as take a tour and receiveinformation about enrollment. Please contact the school at 336-724-9460 to RSVP or torequest more information.

2011 FINANCIAL NOTES: Tax-deductible contributions to the church for 2011 must bereceived in the office or postmarked by December 31, 2011. Receipts for anyreimbursable expenditures for 2011 should be turned in to the office by Monday,December 20, 2011.

INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event of bad weather, please be sure to check WXII, thechurch website or any of our social network updates.

You may view this weeks bulletin here.

FRIENDSHIP SUNDAY: Join us for friendship Sunday TODAY following the worship service. We are providing lasagna and there is ham left over from Robinwood. If your name starts with A-M please bring side dishes and N-Z please bring desserts. Donations will be
accepted, and please invite your friends.

ADULT BIBLE COMMUNITY each Sunday morning in the Fellowship Hall from 9:30-10:15.  We conclude our study on Mark next week and will begin Resolving Everyday Conflict on November 27.

PLEASE COME HELP DECORATE THE CHURCH BUILDING for Christmas this coming Wednesday, November 23 @ 9:30am. There will be opportunity for the whole family to participate.

FIRST SUNDAY IN ADVENT is next Sunday, November 27. A dress rehearsal for the Christmas Pageant is scheduled for noon. Bring a sack lunch.

CHOIR REHEARSAL: We rehearse every other week and our next rehearsal is Nov 28 at the building. For more information or to sign up please   contact Michael Kuehn (eventhieves@gmail.com).

SYNERGY CHRISTMAS PARTIES: preschool and Elementary will have separate parties at the same time: Friday, December 2 from 5–7pm. Bring $2 and stocking stuffers; we’ll have a Yule Log for supper.

Christmas pageant! Wednesday, December 7 @ 6:30pm. Reception will follow.

VITAMIN DRIVE: The mission committee would like to raise awareness regarding the care and needs of orphans world-wide and allow the congregation of Grace to be involved runs for the entire month of November. Hard chewable vitamins are needed to supplement the feeding programs provided by Vision Trust International. Keep this in mind as you shop over the next few weeks and be prepared to help. Boxes will be placed in the foyer to collect the vitamins.

CHRISTMAS PAGEANT PRACTICE will be held during Children’s Church this week and next.

FAMILY PROMISE HOSTING: Mark your calendars; we are hosting the following weeks of the first half of 2012: Feb 5-12, Apr 8-15, and June 10-17.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITIES continue from 6 to 7:30 pm each Wednesday this fall. Join us for Women’s Bible Study, MS Youth, Primary age activities, and Pre-K Groups. Nursery is provided.

LADIES’ PRAYER MEETING: Please join us for a women’s prayer/bible study. We will meet in the fellowship hall at 6pm throughout the year. If you have any questions, please contact Kim Baum 336-210-6899.

HIGH SCHOOL D-GROUP meets tonight at the Edwards’ from 6-8pm. Bring your Bible!

CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED November 24 & 25 (Thursday and Friday).

POINSETTIA SALE If you would like to dedicate a poinsettia in memory or honor of a loved one, or would simply like to help make the sanctuary festive, fill out an order form and turn in with your check. Cost is $8 for one plant or $15 for two.

CRISIS CONTROL MINISTRY NEEDS volunteers in all areas. Please contact Vicki Jones for more information or a no-obligation tour at 724-7875, ext 1043 or volunteer@crisiscontrol.org.

You may view this weeks bulletin here.

ADULT BIBLE COMMUNITY each Sunday morning in the Fellowship Hall from 9:30-10:15. We conclude our study on Mark next week and will begin Resolving Everyday Conflict on November 27.

FAMILY PROMISE HOSTING: Mark your calendars, we are hosting the following weeks of the first half of 2012Feb 5-12, Apr 8-15, and June 10-17.

ROBINWOOD THANKSGIVING FEAST is scheduled for TODAY. Servers, arrive at 4:45.

IDENTITY AND PURPOSE MEETING on November 14 from 7-8pm. We are continuing our discussion and working on a distilled vision and purpose for GPC. You do not have to have attended a previous meeting, but please let Randy know you are coming.

MIDDLE-SCHOOL GET-TOGETHER: Movie night at the Potts’ home on Sat Nov 19 @ 6:30 pm. Everyone, please bring a snack to share.

CHOIR REHEARSAL: We rehearse every other week Mondays from 8-9pm at the building. For more information or to sign up please contact Michael Kuehn (eventhieves@gmail.com).

VITAMIN DRIVE The mission committee would like to raise awareness regarding the care and needs of orphans world-wide and allow the congregation of Grace to be involved runs for the entire month of November. Hard chewable vitamins are needed to supplement the feeding programs provided by Vision Trust International. Keep this in mind as you shop over the next few weeks and be prepared to help. Boxes will be placed in the foyer to collect the vitamins.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITIES continue from 6 to 7:30 pm each Wednesday this fall. Join us for Women’s Bible Study, MS Youth, Primary age activities, and Pre-K Groups. Nursery is provided.

LADIES’ PRAYER MEETING: Please join us for a women’s prayer/bible study. We will meet in the fellowship hall at 6pm throughout the year. If you have any questions, please contact Kim Baum 336-210-6899.

HIGH SCHOOL D-GROUP will be helping serve at Robinwood this afternoon.

GPC TURKEY SHOOT (no, not the pastor). We’re shooting for Nov 19. 9:30 we will practice, 10:30 will be an open class, and the final round will be with .22 at 11:30. Aim to be there. This event targets both men and women. If you can contribute .22 cartridges that would be great. Join us for the fun and fellowship. Talk with Dale Underhill if you have questions.

FRIENDSHIP SUNDAY Join us for friendship Sunday on Nov 20 following the worship service. A-M please bring side dishes and N-Z please bring desserts. Donations will be accepted, and please invite your friends.

POINSETTIA SALE If you would like to dedicate a poinsettia in memory or honor of a loved one, or would simply like to help make the sanctuary festive, fill out an order form and turn in with your check. Cost is $8 for one plant or $15 for two.

REDEEMER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Redeemer School will be holding an Open House on Tuesday, November 15th from 9:15-10:30am. This is a great opportunity to learn more about our philosophy and TK-8 curriculum as well as take a tour and receive information about enrollment. Please contact the school at 336-724-9460 to RSVP or to request more information.

CRISIS CONTROL MINISTRY NEEDS volunteers in all areas. Please contact Vicki Jones for more information or a no-obligation tour at 724-7875, ext 1043 or voluneer@crisiscontrol.org.