ANNOUNCEMENTS WEEK OF DECEMBER 16, 2018

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1 SUNDAY MORNING OPPORTUNITIES IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION At the 9:30 hour unless otherwise noted. Bible Study: The Book of Daniel Adults Main Level Conference Room. Bible Study: Advent Bible Study Adults Creative Arts Room. Kingdom Kids, for Age 3-Grade 6, Register in Main Level Room 118. Confirmation, ongoing program for Grades 7-8, Lower Level 117/118. High School Youth for Grades 9-12, Lower Level SALTeens Lounge. Christmas Eve Parking Special Request As a gift to our Christmas Eve guests, we ask members to considering carpooling and, if able, to park at the Muslim Community Center, two doors south on New Hampshire Avenue. Thank you! INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY In the case of inclement weather, please listen to WTOP radio (103.5FM) or visit wtopnews.com for info regarding the cancellation of worship. ANNOUNCEMENTS WEEK OF DECEMBER 16, 2018 LWML Christmas Fundraiser Is Your Name on the Tree? Stop by the Christmas Card Tree in the Commons to support this year s recipient, Mount Olivet Evangelical Lutheran Church, our sister congregation in Washington s Logan Circle neighborhood. Prominent in the Civil Rights movement and other local history, the church is badly in need of repairs. Your donation of any amount will help! Donor names will appear on the tree as a Christmas greeting to fellow members. Make checks payable to LWML. Questions? Contact Karen Matthiesen at Thank you! HoneyBaked Fundraiser For Christmas Order Deadline is HERE! Pick up your ham or other special holiday treats right here at church, and St. Andrew will receive a donation of 10% of your total purchase! For the widest product selection, order and pay securely online by clicking the link at mystandrew.org. Or, pick up an order form available at the Welcome Center and submit it with your check payable to HBH in the offering plate or in the office. Order deadline is 12/16 or 12/21 for online orders. Items will be available for pick up on Christmas Eve from 4-11 pm in the church kitchen.

2 Blue Christmas Service TODAY! December 16 3:30 PM Feeling blue this season? Scripture, Prayer & Song In a peaceful, contemplative setting for those who struggle to find joy at the holidays. Global Mission Team Fair Trade Sale LAST CHANCE TO BUY! Buy Fair Trade coffee, tea, chocolate and olive oil in the Commons today! Your purchase of these high-quality items will help small-scale farmers earn fair returns, improve their communities, access affordable credit, and protect their environment. Support the overseas work of your Global Mission Team. Plan to buy some items for yourself and friends they make great Christmas gifts! Bridge & Potluck Friday, December 21 6:00 pm We re starting our gathering this month with a potluck dinner in the Commons at 6:00 pm. All levels of play are welcome! Lessons are available for those interested. RSVP to hosts Dana & Kathy Foat at or you can kaboating@verizon.net. For lessons, please contact Greg Cook at Start the New Year Right! COMMON GROUND Wednesdays, January 9 February 20 Dinner at 6:00 pm Informal Praise & Prayer at 6:30 pm Groups & Classes at 6:40 pm Closing at 7:45 pm Winter Offerings Include: Five Why Questions for God The State of Faith & Sharing It Today Twelve Ordinary Men Part II Acts of Faith Bible Study Watch for details coming soon in the bulletin and online at mystandrew.org. Advent Devotional Booklets Available Be inspired on your Advent walk by daily devotions written for the season! Pick up your copy at the Welcome Center today. DRIVERS NEEDED Are you able to offer a fellow member a ride to a special service or event? Contact marileetollefson@gmail.com to volunteer. This simple gesture can make someone s holiday season brighter in the name of Jesus! Thank you! New Member Photos in the Commons Last Sunday, we were blessed to welcome 48 new members into our faith family! Stop by the Coming Attractions wall in the Commons to check out their photos and keep an eye out to say a friendly hello and welcome. Remember, we are all called to be greeters in Christ!

3 Above & Beyond New 2019 Gift Catalog Pick up a copy of the brandnew catalog in your church mailbox or at the Welcome Center. The Above & Beyond Gift Program is designed to offer members and friends the opportunity to provide special gifts for the ministry and mission of Christ that require funds beyond the church's general operating budget. Browse the new offerings and prayerfully consider how you can help! Thanks! Chrismon Booklet Available Wondering about the beautiful sacred symbols that adorn our trees in the Sanctuary and Family Room? Pick up a booklet at the Welcome Center to learn all about them! End-of- Year Giving Reminder All contributions must be received in the church office by close of business on December 31 to qualify as charitable giving for the 2018 tax year. Thank you! First Holy Communion Class Sundays January 20-February 17 12:30-1:15 pm Does your child express an interest in, or curiosity about Holy Communion? If so, he or she may be ready to learn more and prepare to take part in this holy sacrament. Children in grades 4-6 are eligible to participate in the 5-week class designed to instruct them in history, theology and practice. Upon completion, participants will celebrate their first Holy Communion on Sunday, February 24 at 11:00 worship. Lunch for participants will be served at noon. Get details and register today at mystandrew.org/events/first-holy-communionclass. Questions? Contact Robyn at robynhowland@hotmail.com. Vote Results Last week, voting members of St. Andrew adopted the proposed Mission & Ministry Budget for New candidates Mitch Glazier, Steve Olson, Saba Tesfayohannes and incumbent Kimberly Bolton were also elected to our congregation s Board of Directors. Thanks to those who are willing to serve and to all who participated in the process.

4 Celebrate the Gift of this Holy Season Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Monday, December 24 4:00, 6:00, 8:00 & 10:00 pm 4, 8 & 10 pm: Festival Worship with Brass, Choir & Bells 6 pm: Christmas Carols & Contemporary Praise Children s Message at 4 pm and 6 pm Holy Communion at 10 pm Christmas Day Worship Tuesday, December 25 10:00 am With Holy Communion New Year s Eve Worship Monday, December 31 7:00 pm

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