Upcoming Events:
2471 Winter Retreat Information
We will be going on a youth group retreat to Hoblitzelle Retreat Center on Thursday, December 29th, at 5:00 p.m. and return here to the building Saturday, December 31st, around 1:30 p.m. The cost for the retreat is $35. Friday evening we will be going as a group to a local fast food establishment so you will need money for that. This retreat is for 7th - 12th graders.
It is important that you let me know if you are going or not as soon as possible. I have 25 spots reserved at the retreat center. There are four adults going, so that drops the number to 21 teens. I look forward to spending time with all of you!
At A Glance…
Sunday, January 8th - Youth Devotional
Sunday, January 15th - Youth Activity
Sunday, January 22nd - Teen Prayer Time
Something To Think About…
One day at lunch a group of preachers was discussing sermon preparation. One minister explained that he devoted the month of July to writing a year’s worth of sermons. Another preacher said that he outlined his weekly sermon on Monday’s and wrote on the following days. Still another preacher said that he set aside Wednesday mornings for preparation. A fourth preacher confessed to hurrying to meet his deadline late Saturday nights.
A fifth preacher had the final say. “I usually schedule a long hymn before the sermon.”
I think I have heard a few of those sermons! :) In all honesty though, good sermons require time and thought. It’s important to think before we speak. That’s true not only from the pulpit, but also in our daily lives. How many problems that you are facing right now would never have arisen if you had only taken the time to think things through before opening your mouth?
Solomon’s advice is still as valuable as it was when he gave it:
“Do not be rash with your mouth, and let not your heart utter anything hastily before God…..Therefore let your words be few…..A fool’s voice is known by his many words.” (Ecclesiastes 5:2-3)
May your words this day be well thought out!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Weekly Update: 12/21/11
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Weekly Update: 12/14/11
Upcoming Events:
Friday, December 16th: Youth Christmas/Progressive Dinner
We will meet here at the building at 5:30 Friday night. We will be making stops at the Henry’s, the Appleton’s, and the Rushing’s. You will need to bring a $5 non-gender gift for the gift exchange. Pick up time will be 10:00 p.m. here at the building. And YES! You can bring friends!
2471 Winter Retreat Information
We will be going on a youth group retreat to Hoblitzelle Retreat Center on Thursday, December 29th, at 5:00 p.m. and return here to the building Saturday, December 31st, around 1:30 p.m. The cost for the retreat is $35. Friday evening we will be going as a group to a local fast food establishment so you will need money for that. Let me know on Sunday if you will be attending. This retreat is for 7th - 12th graders. I look forward to spending time with all of you!
At A Glance…
Friday, December 16th - Youth Christmas party/Progressive Dinner
Thursday-Saturday, December 29th-31st - 2471 Youth Retreat
Something To Think About…
As the story goes, while visiting a province he came upon a soldier in full uniform but with one sleeve hanging empty. He proudly wore the coveted Legion of Honor. Napoleon asked, “Where did you lose your arm?” The soldier answered, “At Austerlitz, sire.” Napoleon asked, “And for that you received the Legion of Honor?” The man said, “Yes, sire but it is a small token to pay for the decoration.” Napoleon continued, “You must be the kind of man who regrets he did not lose both arms for his country.” The one-armed man asked, “What then would have been my reward?” Napoleon answered, “I would have awarded you the Double Legion of Honor.” And with that, the proud old fighter drew his sword and immediately cut off his other arm.
What a great story! There’s only one problem. You may have already noticed the inconsistency. But apparently it was years before anyone dared ask Napoleon the question, “How did the soldier cut off his arm with only one arm to do it with?”
Nice story. Stirring, moving, motivating...but it wasn't true. It’s possible for the same thing to happen to us in a religious sense. We can get all “fired up” without much thought as to the truth of what we're getting excited about. Paul said of those who were motivated in such a way: “...they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge.” (Rom. 10:2)
Zeal is good. We all need more of it. But we need to make certain that our enthusiasm is firmly based on our knowledge of God’s will.
Friday, December 16th: Youth Christmas/Progressive Dinner
We will meet here at the building at 5:30 Friday night. We will be making stops at the Henry’s, the Appleton’s, and the Rushing’s. You will need to bring a $5 non-gender gift for the gift exchange. Pick up time will be 10:00 p.m. here at the building. And YES! You can bring friends!
2471 Winter Retreat Information
We will be going on a youth group retreat to Hoblitzelle Retreat Center on Thursday, December 29th, at 5:00 p.m. and return here to the building Saturday, December 31st, around 1:30 p.m. The cost for the retreat is $35. Friday evening we will be going as a group to a local fast food establishment so you will need money for that. Let me know on Sunday if you will be attending. This retreat is for 7th - 12th graders. I look forward to spending time with all of you!
At A Glance…
Friday, December 16th - Youth Christmas party/Progressive Dinner
Thursday-Saturday, December 29th-31st - 2471 Youth Retreat
Something To Think About…
As the story goes, while visiting a province he came upon a soldier in full uniform but with one sleeve hanging empty. He proudly wore the coveted Legion of Honor. Napoleon asked, “Where did you lose your arm?” The soldier answered, “At Austerlitz, sire.” Napoleon asked, “And for that you received the Legion of Honor?” The man said, “Yes, sire but it is a small token to pay for the decoration.” Napoleon continued, “You must be the kind of man who regrets he did not lose both arms for his country.” The one-armed man asked, “What then would have been my reward?” Napoleon answered, “I would have awarded you the Double Legion of Honor.” And with that, the proud old fighter drew his sword and immediately cut off his other arm.
What a great story! There’s only one problem. You may have already noticed the inconsistency. But apparently it was years before anyone dared ask Napoleon the question, “How did the soldier cut off his arm with only one arm to do it with?”
Nice story. Stirring, moving, motivating...but it wasn't true. It’s possible for the same thing to happen to us in a religious sense. We can get all “fired up” without much thought as to the truth of what we're getting excited about. Paul said of those who were motivated in such a way: “...they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge.” (Rom. 10:2)
Zeal is good. We all need more of it. But we need to make certain that our enthusiasm is firmly based on our knowledge of God’s will.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Weekly Update: 12/7/11
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, December 10th: Breakfast With Santa
Holly Reagan is in need of 8-10 High School and Jr. High kids to volunteer to help out with the crafts at Breakfast with Santa. If you are willing and can help, please see me or Holly.
Sunday, December 11th: Caroling
All are invited to come join us as we go to several of our local nursing homes to Christmas carol. All voices are welcome!
Sunday, December 11th: *** Parents Meeting ***
Following evening services we will meet in the fellowship room. Sandwiches will be provided. Parents, please bring a bag of chips and a two liter. We will be looking at major events for 2012!
At A Glance…
Friday, December 16th - Youth Christmas party/Progressive Dinner
Thursday-Saturday, December 29th-31st - 2471 Youth Retreat
Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast with Santa will be held on
Saturday, December 10th at
the Church of Christ
9:00 am - 11:00 am (come and go)
All children are encouraged to wear their Christmas Pajamas!
Activities include:
Making Reindeer Food & Masks
Making a Candy Christmas Ornament
Color your own “Cookies for Santa”
Story Time with Mrs. Claus
Your family will need to R.S.V.P. by December 8th to the Church office (972-937-8855) or Johnhollyreagan@earthlink.net.
We are asking that each family bring one new unwrapped toy to donate to children less fortunate.
Look forward to seeing everyone!!
Saturday, December 10th: Breakfast With Santa
Holly Reagan is in need of 8-10 High School and Jr. High kids to volunteer to help out with the crafts at Breakfast with Santa. If you are willing and can help, please see me or Holly.
Sunday, December 11th: Caroling
All are invited to come join us as we go to several of our local nursing homes to Christmas carol. All voices are welcome!
Sunday, December 11th: *** Parents Meeting ***
Following evening services we will meet in the fellowship room. Sandwiches will be provided. Parents, please bring a bag of chips and a two liter. We will be looking at major events for 2012!
At A Glance…
Friday, December 16th - Youth Christmas party/Progressive Dinner
Thursday-Saturday, December 29th-31st - 2471 Youth Retreat
Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast with Santa will be held on
Saturday, December 10th at
the Church of Christ
9:00 am - 11:00 am (come and go)
All children are encouraged to wear their Christmas Pajamas!
Activities include:
Making Reindeer Food & Masks
Making a Candy Christmas Ornament
Color your own “Cookies for Santa”
Story Time with Mrs. Claus
Your family will need to R.S.V.P. by December 8th to the Church office (972-937-8855) or Johnhollyreagan@earthlink.net.
We are asking that each family bring one new unwrapped toy to donate to children less fortunate.
Look forward to seeing everyone!!
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Weekly Update: 11/30/2011
Upcoming Events:
Sunday, December 4th: Youth Devo
Sunday night following services we will be going to the home of Doug & Tammy Pope for our devotional together. Girls, you will need to bring TOSTITOS chips and boys will bring drinks.
Saturday, December 10th: Breakfast With Santa
Holly Reagan is in need of 8-10 High School and Jr. High kids to volunteer to help out with the crafts at Breakfast with Santa. If you are willing and can help, please see me or Holly.
At A Glance…
Sunday, December 11th - Parent’s meeting
Friday, December 16th - Youth Christmas party/Progressive Dinner
Thursday-Saturday, December 29th-31st - 2471 Youth Retreat
Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast with Santa will be held on
Saturday, December 10th at
the Church of Christ
9:00 am - 11:00 am (come and go)
All children are encouraged to wear their Christmas Pajamas!
Activities include:
Making Reindeer Food & Masks
Making a Candy Christmas Ornament
Color your own “Cookies for Santa”
Story Time with Mrs. Claus
Your family will need to R.S.V.P. by December 8th to the Church office (972-937-8855) or Johnhollyreagan@earthlink.net.
We are asking that each family bring one new unwrapped toy to donate to children less fortunate.
Look forward to seeing everyone!!
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