Can you believe Christmas is only a few weeks away? We hope you and your family are loving this holiday season.

Here are a few things coming up in our ministry . . .

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: GO BID OR GO HOME YOUTH AUCTION
We're getting students together to raise funds that will support and meet needs for others! We hope you can join us!

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: VOLUNTEER CHRISTMAS PARTY
Let's celebrate the holidays with a little fun, food, and friends! Come hang with us. There will be games, presents, and zero meetings.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME: A 4-WEEK SERIES ON CHRISTMAS
WEEK 1 BIG IDEA: ON THE FIRST CHRISTMAS, MARY AND JOSEPH GAVE UP THEIR COMFORT.

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Another Christmas is almost here, along with the annual onslaught of Christmas music, movies, lights, shopping lists, ads, and inflatable lawn ornaments. We all know the Christmas season is supposed to be about generosity, family, and celebrating the gift of Jesus . . . but be honest — how much of your Christmas holiday is actually spent thinking about yourself and what you want? Since we're all familiar with this selfishness struggle, this 4-week series will take us back to the very first Christmas — a day that was only possible because of the selflessness, generosity, and sacrifice of God and God's people. On the first Christmas, Mary and Joseph gave up their comfort, the shepherds gave their stories, the wise men gave their worship, and God gave everything. So this Christmas, what will you give in response?

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Think about someone who shaped your future because of their influence during your teenage years. Someone who made you who you are today. Seriously, do it. Right now. Got a name? Great. Now consider this. A few years from now, a kid is going to be thinking the exact same thing about you. Pretty cool, right?

If you're subscribed to Grow Your Ministry, now would be a good time to attach Volunteer Tip Video #5 from your Volunteer section.
At least once this month, choose a volunteer to celebrate. Add their picture and a few sentences about what makes them awesome!

Here's a question for you. What's on your Christmas list this year? Reply to this email and let us know!