WELCOME! 12.11.16

We continue our journey through scripture as Isaiah's words are music to an exiled Israel's ears. Could it be that deliverance was just around the corner? Time to put away weeping, people of God - if you only knew what goodness is coming your way! I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my whole being shall exult in my God; for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation, he has covered me with the robe of righteousness. (Isaiah 61:10) In many ways, we are living in a world where God's promises have already come to pass. Is yours a God of freedom or of bondage? How does the distinction shape your worship, prayer, work, relationships, desires, and ambitions? How will you speak of God to those who do not yet know God?

NEWtoFAITH?We are glad that you chose to worship with us this morning. We pray that you find our service spiritually fulfilling and welcoming.

CHILDRENatFAITHGod put the wiggles and giggles in children, don’t feel you must quiet them during worship. We rejoice and welcome having your children in worship with us. Spaces are available in the sanctuary, as well as a nursery (ask an usher for location) for your child to move as needed. Busy bags are available at the doors to the sanctuary.

OFFERINGOur offerings are a generous expression of our faith that go to support the ministry of Faith as well as the greater church. If you feel called to share your gifts you can do so by placing cash or check in an envelope in the offering plate, visiting our webpage, or text 574-318-3656 with the amount you would like to give.

COMMUNIONAll are welcome to come and receive the gifts of God’s grace as we celebrate the Lord’s Supper every week. Those who do not yet receive are welcome to come forward for a blessing.

www.faithgoshen.com (574)533-5760 faith@faithgoshen.com

Growing in faith through the celebration of Jesus Christ to make better lives, a better community, and a better world through scripture, sacraments, and service.

One Church, Two Locations. 406 S. 5th Street | 202 S. Greene Rd.Worship Times: 8:30am Traditional (GR), 10:30 am Traditional (5M), 10:45am Contemporary (GR)

THISWEEKSunday 11:8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship (GR)10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship (5M)10:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship (GR)12:30 a.m. Sticky Faith (GR)

Monday 12:1:00 p.m. Faith Comforters (GR)

Tuesday 13:5:30 p.m. Theology Tuesdays: Christian Wallet (GR)

Wednesday 14:6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Live (GR)6:00 p.m. Bell Choir Rehearsal (GR)7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal (GR)

Thursday 15:6:00 p.m. Pint with Pastor (Goshen Brewing Company)6:30 p.m. C.I.A. Bible Study (5M)

Friday 16:

Saturday 17:10:00 a.m FLYfriends Polar Express Movie (GR)4:00 p.m. FLYjr Christmas Party (GR)

Sunday 18:8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship- Christmas Cantata (GR)10:30 a.m. Traditional Worship-Christmas Cantata (5M)10:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship- Impromptu Christmas Pageant (GR)

NEXTSTEPSPlease complete your communication card and place it in the offering plate during the service. Or complete the version online at faithgoshen.com/worship/communication-card

Visit us on the web! You can find contact information, learn more about Faith, listen to messages, and more! www.faithgoshen.com

FAITHKEY -FLYouth Event GR- Greene Road Location5M- 5th & Madison Location

Want to learn more about us? Join us at our next Discover Faith class, contact Pastor John for more info!

FAITHPRAYSLOCAL-For those dealing with health issues: Bill George, Debbie Rostochak, Erv Mullet, Mary Pederson, Steve Brumbaugh, and Terry Bauer. -For those in the hospital.-For those homebound: Carleen, Garldine, Kathy, Lavonne, and Letah, -For those in senior care facilities: Betty, Beverly, Cleo, Ernie, Jurgen, Louise, Mary, Meredith, Namoi, Rudy, Tess, and Virginia.-For those grieving deaths.-For those celebrating birthdays: Jacob Szynal (11th), Kiara Trovatore (13th), Ben Morrical (17th), Marlene Whitehead (17th). -To those celebrating baptismal birthdays: Amy Harris (15th), LaVonne Unrue (15th), Joe Herr (17th).-To those celebrating anniversaries.-For those in the military: Jenna Coleman (Navy), Carrie Avery (Norwich University), JoAnn Keckler (Air Force), and for the First Responders in our community. -For those called to be preachers and teachers: presiding bishop Elizabeth, bishop of our mission territory Bill, bishop Pemba, Pastor John, Pastor Jes, and our seminarian Debbie-For the opportunities we have to bless our community and friends.

NATIONALWe pray for those across our country who are experiencing unrest during this holiday season; for those in the line of forest fires that are destroying homes and livelihoods, for those whose lives have been disrupted by violence, and for those who continue to stand up for injustice across our country.

INTERNATIONAL-For Bishop Phembukuthula Buthelezi, the bishop of the Southeastern Diocese of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Africa.

PRAYERINFORMATION-To submit a prayer request, write it on your communication card, call the church office, or email us at faith@faithgoshen.com.-Sign up for our email prayer chain to be a part of praying for the needs of our community at http://faithgoshen.com/connect/sign-up

FAITHGROUPSWEDNESDAYNIGHTLIVEEach Wednesday from 6- 7:45 pm at GR location. This is our weekly Christian Education time, including a meal and a variety of classes for all ages. WNL will be on Christmas Break 12/21 & 12/28, with classes resuming on 1/4. When classes resume our Adult classes will be Animate: Faith (exploring the central topics of Christianity) and You Lost Me (answering the question why young Christians are leaving the church today).

THEOLOGYTUESDAYSTuesday from 5:30-7:00 at the GR location. Join us during this time of year as we discuss what the Bible says about our finances, including our spending, generosity, and living a life of simplicity.

ADULTBIBLESTUDYAdult Sunday School Class at both locations meets at 9:30am. All are welcome. Call the office (574)533-5760 for more information.

PINTWITHPASTOREvery third Thursday of the month at 6:00pm at Goshen Brewing Company. This is a time where we gather for fellowship and faithful discussion. All are welcome. Stop on by!

CIAChristians In Action! meets every Thursday evening at 6:30pm at the 5M location. This is a woman’s bible study open to all women. We will be studying "Receiving Christ's Hope".  This is a Jesus Calling Bible Study by Sarah Young.  We will explore the promises God makes in His Word about finding our security in Him. Contact Rhonda Gibson at jrgibson@bnin.net or call (574)831-6215.

JESUSCALLINGMeets every Wednesday morning at 12:30pm at the 5M location. This small group women’s bible study is currently working through Jesus Calling by Sarah Young. Contact Laura Martin at martinsmail09@yahoo.com or call (574)848-7172.

MINISTRYNETWORKNIGHTMeets every first Thursday of the month at 6:00pm at the GR location. This is a time when all ministry teams gather for their monthly meeting. If you are interested in serving on a ministry team, contact Pastor John (pastorjohn@faithgoshen.com) or Pastor Jes (pastorjessica@faithgoshen.com) or call the office at (574)533-5760.

The Social Ministry team has chosen two local agencies as recipients of our Christmas Angel Tree donations, Ryan’s Place and The Center for Healing and Hope. Information about the two organizations is below. We will be collecting your generous donations until January 9 at both Faith locations.

RYAN’S PLACEThe mission of Ryan’s Place is to provide support in a safe environment where grieving children, teens and their families can share their experience as they move through the healing process. Ryan’s Place is dedicated to all children who grieve.Ryan’s Place now serves more than 500 individuals each year. 

• Grief support groups for children, teens, young adults and adults.

• Individual grief therapy• Suicide bereavement group• School programs• Camp Hope – summer• Anticipatory therapy• Crisis

Ryan’s Place is an independent organization, located in space provided by Goshen Church of the Brethren, located at 2013 N. 5th St. in Goshen.To learn more, visit www.ryansplace.orgWISH LIST ITEMS

• Sharpie’s – all colors• First aid supplies• Pipe cleaners – all colors• Colorful craft feathers• Fun duct tape• Glitter glue• Small (4”-6”) terra cotta pots• LED tea lights• Fun stickers• Oil pastels• Beads with letters for bracelets• Glue – all types• Fabric markers/fabric paint• Zip Lock – type bags in various sizes• Plain white pillowcases• Gift cards – Walmart, Target, Michaels,

Staples, Amazon, Kroger gas card

 

CENTER FOR HEALING & HOPEThe Center for Healing & Hope provides medical care for individuals with few resources who do not have a doctor and who have difficulty getting medical care. Most do not have insurance.The Center is able to provide affordable care due to the dedicated team of volunteer doctors, nurses, interpreters, administrative support staff, and clergy who give of their time and talents.They provide urgent medical care and also refer patients to doctors who are taking new patients; various health screenings (diabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol, to name a few) at the clinic and in the community through the Healthy Choices Now! program.

1 Help people get the medications they need for the lowest prices, and access any financial assistance a person may be eligible for.

2 They hold annual events to help people without insurance to get an affordable physical exam. 

3 School physicals for children and teens who need an exam either to meet enrollment or sports participation requirements, and

4 Spring Into Health, giving women the opportunity to have a physical exam, PAP, and breast exam.

In Goshen, the clinic is housed at Plymouth United Church of Christ, located at 902 S. Main St. They also have an Elkhart location.To learn more, visit www.chhclinics.orgWISH LIST ITEMS

• Kleenex• Paper towels• Toilet paper• Tall kitchen trash bags• Hand soap/pump bottles• 3-5 oz. Dixie paper cups• Clorox disinfecting toilet bowl cleaner with

bleach• Lysol brand 111Disinfectant All-Purpose

Cleaner• Clorox sanitizing wipes• Gift cards – Staples, Walmart, Kroger

FLYYOUTH

FLYFRIENDS & FLYKIDSour youngest youth groups for toddlers to 5th graders.All Aboard!!! December 17, 2016 @ 10 am join us as we sip some hot chocolate and munch on some popcorn as we watch The Polar Express.

FLYJRa space and group for our youth in grades 6-8 to ask questions and build relationships. Join us on December 17, 2016 @ 4 pm for our BahHumBug Christmas Party. Everyone is encouraged to bring a $5 gift for our gift exchange.

FLYHIGHa relational and grace filled community for our youth in grades 9-12. Join us Sunday, December 11th for Sticky Faith where we will make Christmas Cookies! On December 14th during WNL, we will be spreading Christmas cheer to a number of our shut-ins. Then put on your ugly Christmas sweater and join us on December 21, 2016 @ 6:30 pm for our Christmas Party. Everyone is encouraged to bring a $5 gift for our gift exchange.

FAITHINACTIONSPREADINGBIRTHDAYJOY

Standing up for what is right is hard to do, especially when you are in fifth grade and doing so might make you uncool. But that didn’t detour Grace Kercher from speaking up for another student when it came to his birthday. During lunch on this student’s birthday the cafeteria sang Happy Birthday to him, but most of those in the cafeteria didn’t sing to the student because he isn’t well liked. This upset Grace and she decided to do something about it. After recess she told her teacher what had happened and asked if their class could make this student birthday cards. And that is just what they did! This small act of kindness and respect for one another made a big difference for all!

FAITHSERVESPOINSETTIASToday is the last day to order a poinsettia. You can write a note on your communication card if you are interested. Please note how many poinsettias you would like to order, if they are in memory of or in honor of someone, and which location you would like it at. You can turn money into the office, or put a check or cash in the offering plate with a note that it is for poinsettias. Each poinsettia is $14.

UNITEDWAYREADINGCAMPSModel Elementary School is in need of reading camp volunteers to assist 2nd graders with reading skills. Reading camps are held every Tuesday and Thursday for eight weeks (Jan 31-March 23) from 3-4pm.Deadline to sign up is January 17th. Contact Michelle Kercher at mkercher@goshenschools.org or (574)535-3086 for more information.

FRIENDSHIPEVANGELISMIt’s not too early to mark your 2017 calendar for the Friendship Evangelism event scheduled for two sessions on Sunday, February 19 and 26 following 10:30 worship at 5M.  Learn how to share your faith with others in a way that fits you.  Sign up now on the communication card or contact the office.  Lunch will be provided.

FAITHCOMFORTERSMeets the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 1 to 3pm we will be making quilts for Lutheran World Relief.   All are welcome to construct and knot, and squares can be cut at home.  Contact Bonnie McDowell at (574) 831-2449 for more information.

 

Our Christmas Eve Services, December 24th: 6:30pm @ GR location, and 9:30pm @5M location. Our Christmas Eve services will include 30 minutes of special music

prior to the service.

The next two Sundays we will only have one service. Christmas Day, December 25th: 10:30am @ 5M location.

New Year’s Day, January 1st :10:30am at the GR location. Lessons & Carols

The Christmas Cantata (traditional services) and the Impromptu Christmas Pageant (contemporary service) are next Sunday,

December 18th.

WEEKLYSCRIPTURESReceive these by email with devotion sign up. Sign up on our website, or make a note on your communication card with your email address. Monday: Isaiah 63:7-14Tuesday: Isaiah 63:15-64:12Wednesday: Isaiah 65:17-25Thursday: Obadiah 1:1-21Friday: Zechariah 12:1-13:1Saturday: Malachi 3:1-7

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to learn more about Faith5 visit www.faithgoshen.com/faith-formation/faith-five

share the highs and lows from your day

read scripture- use what we read in worship

talk about how the scripture passage relates

to your highs and lows

pray for the world, those around you, and your

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bless each other with the sign of the cross

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FAITHNOTESThank you so much for your hospitality and kindness. We enjoyed our stay. -GIHN Family, Clint, Jackie, Malik, Dunkan, Brody, Sira, Lawson, Cynthia

FAITHSTAFFPastors

John Hickey & Jessica KingOffice

Emily Headings- CommunicationsMusic

Jim Begly- Organist Dean DeVoe- Choir Director

Kay Hoffmeister- Music Director & Organist Laura Martin- Contemporary Director

CustodiansStephanie Bontrager& Vicki Hartman

Groundskeeper Ron Herr

ATTENDANCE13 of 150 first time guests for the year (beginning 9/11/16)

FAITHINWORSHIPHYMNSFORTODAYOpening- All the Earth is Faithful, Red Hymnal #266

Hymn of the day- Holy, Holy, Holy, Red Hymnal #473

Communion- Great is Thy Faithfulness, Red Hymnal #733

Sending- Soli Deo Gloria, Red Hymnal #878

SCRIPTUREFORTODAYIsaiah 61:1-11Luke 4:16-21

CONTEMORARYSONGSOpen Up the Heavens, Holy Spirit, How Great is our God, How Many Kings, Go Tell it on the Mountains