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Advent Decorating Theme:
“Heaven Meets Earth” This advent season, let’s contemplate with awe and curiosity what it really meant for Jesus to leave the glory of heaven and take on the limiting form of humanity in order to be our Messiah. God, in all of his holiness, purity, splendor and power, out of his great love for us— a people fraught with worry, selfishness, cunning, and wickedness— chose to enter the muck and mire of humanity. The night Jesus was born must have been filled with paradox: holy meets haughty, purity meets filth, God becomes man and takes on flesh, light dispels darkness, heaven touches earth. Yet because God was willing to bring his kingdom to us, we will never be the same! Philippians 2:5-10 (NLT) “You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form, he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross. Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth.” The rustic wood backdrop reminds us of Jesus’s humble, rugged beginning on earth. The white reminds us of his holiness, purity, and perfection. The lights remind us that Jesus is the light of the world. As followers of Christ, we too are called to be a light in a world that is hurting and lost.
+ worship a 9:30 am learning hour 11:00 am
frctc.org
Heaven Meets earth
s e r m o n n o t e s
December 3, 2017 “Geneology of Jesus: 4 Outcasts - Tamar & Rahab” Matthew 1:3-6 ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
welcome to frc
________________________________________________________________________
e frcofficeinfo @frctc.org f TCFRC m 1139 E Front St Traverse City, MI 49686 n 231.947.7082
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ to know Christ and to make Him known
We’re glad you’re here and hope you quickly feel at home with us. No matter your age or stage in life, there is a place for you! After the service, please pick up a gift for first time visitors at the Information Center in the lobby area.
faith REFORMED CHURCH
today at faith
December 3, 2017
bundles of love christmas project The Christmas tree in the church lobby today is decorated with Bundles of Love tags. Please consider taking a tag from the tree, purchase the item noted on the tag you chose, and return your donation to the church UNWRAPPED. Place your item in the white basket marked Bundles of Love in the lobby by Sunday, January 15, 2018. The Bundles of Love Ministry provides infant clothing to families in need in our community throughout the year. Questions, contact Julie at 938-2046 ([email protected]).
annual meeting results
Advent Reading
Mark and Jennifer Byland
Prayer Lists are available at the Welcome Center in the Lobby. “Online Media” on our website: Past Sermons available under “Sermon Archive” Past Outlines available under “Sermon Outlines” During the Service:
Nursery ages 0-3 Preschool ages 3-5 Downstairs
Children and Worship ages K- 3rd graders released after first song to room 124, downstairs
In our annual congregational meeting on November 27, Elders and Deacons were selected to serve on Consistory. New Elders who will serve 3 year terms include Dave Anderson and Fred Hofstra. New Deacons serving 3 year terms are Jan Kelly and Dan Reynolds. We welcome all four to our governing board and pray for their successful ministry in those roles. Additionally, the 2018 budget as proposed was approved. We thank God and you for your faithful stewardship and giving that makes it possible for our ministries to all move forward into God’s prescribed future for Faith Reformed Church.
movie night
Save the date! Friday, December 15th we will be showing The Nativity at 6 pm. All are welcome to join us in the Intersection to hear the true Christmas message and fellowship together. Bring a Christmas treat to share. Please prayerfully consider who you might invite to join us for this evening.
project angel tree
Sunday School Learning Hour - 11:00 am - 12:00 noon Children ages 3-8th grade - Ministry Center downstairs Grades 9-12 - Jacob’s Well Adults - Family Life Center
For hearing-assistance pick up an earphone device from the Media/Tech booth.
Thank you to those who chose to make a difference in the lives of children whose parents are incarcertated. Please bring your wrapped gift back to the church by next Sunday, December 10. They will then be delivered to the families in time for Christmas. For more information or to assist with deliveries, contact Carol Irvine at 943.8381.
student ministries
Youth Group, grades 6 -12, meet on Wednesday in the Intersection at 6 pm • December 6 - Youth Group • December 13 - Youth Group • December 15 - Movie Night “The Nativity” • December 20 - Christmas with Friends (bring a $10-$15 wrapped gift) Winter Retreats - Register Now! . Go to the student section at frctc.org and register now. - Middle School Spring Hill Retreat March 2-4 - High School Genesis Retreat March 9-11
work as worship 1-day retreat
God has a purpose for us: to be on mission for God where He has placed us. And since most of us spend so many hours “on the job,” we need to understand how that fits into the mission. You’re invited to the 2018 Work as Worship Retreat, where influential business leaders and pastors will share what it looks like to connect faith and work. This 1–Day Local Church Retreat on February 23, 2018, will be web-streamed to us here at Faith Church. Join Patrick Lencioni (Author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team), Joel Manby (CEO at SeaWorld), Phil Vischer (Creator of VeggieTales ), Matt Chandler (Lead Pastor at The Village Church), and others in a day of real-life stories, biblical teaching, and practical wisdom to equip believers in the marketplace to see their work as an opportunity to fulfill God’s mission for us. Registration is $25 and is open to everyone. Contact Pastor Scott or visit www.workasworshipretreat.org to learn more or register.
For more of what’s happening at Faith visit our website.
frctc.org
Advent Decorating Theme:
“Heaven Meets Earth” This advent season, let’s contemplate with awe and curiosity what it really meant for Jesus to leave the glory of heaven and take on the limiting form of humanity in order to be our Messiah. God, in all of his holiness, purity, splendor and power, out of his great love for us— a people fraught with worry, selfishness, cunning, and wickedness— chose to enter the muck and mire of humanity. The night Jesus was born must have been filled with paradox: holy meets haughty, purity meets filth, God becomes man and takes on flesh, light dispels darkness, heaven touches earth. Yet because God was willing to bring his kingdom to us, we will never be the same! Philippians 2:5-10 (NLT) “You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form, he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross. Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth.” The rustic wood backdrop reminds us of Jesus’s humble, rugged beginning on earth. The white reminds us of his holiness, purity, and perfection. The lights remind us that Jesus is the light of the world. As followers of Christ, we too are called to be a light in a world that is hurting and lost.
+ worship a 9:30 am learning hour 11:00 am
frctc.org
Heaven Meets earth
s e r m o n n o t e s
December 3, 2017 “Geneology of Jesus: 4 Outcasts - Tamar & Rahab” Matthew 1:3-6 ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
welcome to frc
________________________________________________________________________
e frcofficeinfo @frctc.org f TCFRC m 1139 E Front St Traverse City, MI 49686 n 231.947.7082
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ to know Christ and to make Him known
We’re glad you’re here and hope you quickly feel at home with us. No matter your age or stage in life, there is a place for you! After the service, please pick up a gift for first time visitors at the Information Center in the lobby area.
faith REFORMED CHURCH
today at faith
December 3, 2017
bundles of love christmas project The Christmas tree in the church lobby today is decorated with Bundles of Love tags. Please consider taking a tag from the tree, purchase the item noted on the tag you chose, and return your donation to the church UNWRAPPED. Place your item in the white basket marked Bundles of Love in the lobby by Sunday, January 15, 2018. The Bundles of Love Ministry provides infant clothing to families in need in our community throughout the year. Questions, contact Julie at 938-2046 ([email protected]).
annual meeting results
Advent Reading
Mark and Jennifer Byland
Prayer Lists are available at the Welcome Center in the Lobby. “Online Media” on our website: Past Sermons available under “Sermon Archive” Past Outlines available under “Sermon Outlines” During the Service:
Nursery ages 0-3 Preschool ages 3-5 Downstairs
Children and Worship ages K- 3rd graders released after first song to room 124, downstairs
In our annual congregational meeting on November 27, Elders and Deacons were selected to serve on Consistory. New Elders who will serve 3 year terms include Dave Anderson and Fred Hofstra. New Deacons serving 3 year terms are Jan Kelly and Dan Reynolds. We welcome all four to our governing board and pray for their successful ministry in those roles. Additionally, the 2018 budget as proposed was approved. We thank God and you for your faithful stewardship and giving that makes it possible for our ministries to all move forward into God’s prescribed future for Faith Reformed Church.
movie night
Save the date! Friday, December 15th we will be showing The Nativity at 6 pm. All are welcome to join us in the Intersection to hear the true Christmas message and fellowship together. Bring a Christmas treat to share. Please prayerfully consider who you might invite to join us for this evening.
project angel tree
Sunday School Learning Hour - 11:00 am - 12:00 noon Children ages 3-8th grade - Ministry Center downstairs Grades 9-12 - Jacob’s Well Adults - Family Life Center
For hearing-assistance pick up an earphone device from the Media/Tech booth.
Thank you to those who chose to make a difference in the lives of children whose parents are incarcertated. Please bring your wrapped gift back to the church by next Sunday, December 10. They will then be delivered to the families in time for Christmas. For more information or to assist with deliveries, contact Carol Irvine at 943.8381.
student ministries
Youth Group, grades 6 -12, meet on Wednesday in the Intersection at 6 pm • December 6 - Youth Group • December 13 - Youth Group • December 15 - Movie Night “The Nativity” • December 20 - Christmas with Friends (bring a $10-$15 wrapped gift) Winter Retreats - Register Now! . Go to the student section at frctc.org and register now. - Middle School Spring Hill Retreat March 2-4 - High School Genesis Retreat March 9-11
work as worship 1-day retreat
God has a purpose for us: to be on mission for God where He has placed us. And since most of us spend so many hours “on the job,” we need to understand how that fits into the mission. You’re invited to the 2018 Work as Worship Retreat, where influential business leaders and pastors will share what it looks like to connect faith and work. This 1–Day Local Church Retreat on February 23, 2018, will be web-streamed to us here at Faith Church. Join Patrick Lencioni (Author of The Five Dysfunctions of a Team), Joel Manby (CEO at SeaWorld), Phil Vischer (Creator of VeggieTales ), Matt Chandler (Lead Pastor at The Village Church), and others in a day of real-life stories, biblical teaching, and practical wisdom to equip believers in the marketplace to see their work as an opportunity to fulfill God’s mission for us. Registration is $25 and is open to everyone. Contact Pastor Scott or visit www.workasworshipretreat.org to learn more or register.
For more of what’s happening at Faith visit our website.
frctc.org
