Greetings!
REGULAR SCHEDULE
Divine Service is Sundays at 10:00 AM.
Sunday School is Sundays at 9:00 AM.
Advent Vespers -- Wednesdays (December 3, 10, 17). Supper at 6:00 PM. Vespers at 7:00 PM.
Bible Matters will resume on Wednesday, January 7 at 6:30 PM.
CALENDAR: For a calendar of events and meetings, click here.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
On December 7, we will present a long-term plan for various improvements or maintenance projects which may need to be done in the next ten years or so. Some projects are necessary; others would be nice. We welcome feedback to see what the congregation would support or what alternatives we might consider.
CHURCH DECORATION FOR CHRISTMASOn Saturday, December 6, we will meet at 10:00 AM to set up the Christmas tree and decorate the church for Advent and Christmas seasons. While we have usually done this on Sundays, the congregational meeting on Sunday, December 7 is enough to occupy that day. All are welcome.
ADVENT VESPERS
The first three Wednesdays in December will offer Advent Vespers (an evening prayer service). Advent Vespers is an opportunity for peaceful and prayerful preparation for the coming celebration of our Lord’s birth. Take a break from the frenzied December schedule and rest for a moment to ponder God’s promises, fulfilled by Jesus. Join us at 6:00 PM for a dinner followed by a 7:00 PM service. The theme for this Advent season is: Prophecies Pinpoint the Messiah.
Wednesday, December 10 He is the Son of David. (2 Samuel 7:11-16)
Wednesday, December 17 He is the Child of Bethlehem. (Micah 5:2-5)
NEW PASTOR AT PALABRA DE VIDA
WELS NIGHT AT THE PISTONS
The Detroit Pistons are sponsoring a WELS Night at the Pistons on Saturday, December 6 against the Milwaukee Bucks. Tip-off is 7:30 PM. Tickets can be purchased through a QR code (posted on the bulletin board in the hallway of church). The cheapest seats are $40.65 plus fees. You can spend up to $230.80 plus fees if you want to.
CHURCH COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS (November)
> Our projector has not been consistent in projecting. Since it is better than ten years old, we are considering a replacement. We are looking into getting a smart TV with interactive capabilities which allows HDMI input as well as ability to draw with a special, electronic pen.
> We have added to our Servant Keeper office management system which allows for texting to large groups. It will be similar to the email blasts, but with texting. It will also be used more sparingly than the weekly email blasts. When it is ready to go, we will do a test run after church some Sunday.
NOTE: If you end up receiving neither email blasts nor any texts by the end of the year, it means we either don’t have your information or we recorded it incorrectly. Please contact the church if you are not receiving any notices.
> We approved two policies, one new and one updated. They are policies regarding pastoral counseling and anti-harassment / misconduct. These policies have been posted on a bulletin board and church. They are also available upon request.
> We discussed ideas about improving security at church. These ideas will be presented for further discussion at our Open Forum.
Starting in January, we are going to approach Bible Matters with a different format. We will be reading through a book as a group and meeting to discuss the chapter which was read the previous week. The book we will be working with is entitled, “Your Life Has Meaning: Discovering Your Role in an Epic Story.” This can be purchased in bulk for a discount ($20 each), but we will need to have people let us know if they will be purchasing the book so that we do not overspend on unused books. You can sign up for a book at church. They will be ordered so that you can have a copy by Christmas. Bible Matters will begin our discussion of the book on Wednesday, January 7.
For the most part, the pastor will be observing formal office hours (Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM – Noon). Occasionally, duties will take him away from the office during these scheduled times, so you will still want to call or text to confirm any meetings with the pastor (248-719-5218).
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In Christ,
Pastor Schroeder
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