In November we had one donation to our fund for a total of $9.00. I will report any expenditures to you. This fund is used for needs of our church which are not included in our annual budget. See me if you would like to have one of our new little church banks. Many thanks […]
Steeple
Steeple Articles Due Early
In order to prepare for Christmas, Steeple articles will be due one week early this month, on Wednesday, December 11 at 9:00 a.m. Please email all submissions to nicola@edwardschurch.org.
Christian Education in December
On December 1, a Christmas tree will grace Sue Dickerman Hall to usher in the Advent season. In addition to picking up your Christmas Wreath that Sunday, you are invited to bring an ornament to hang on the tree ~ something that’s meaningful to you or your family to share with the congregation during Advent […]
The Most Wonderful Time
When I first came to Edwards, I admit I thought “I don’t know about these Advent anthems…” simply because they are a collection of less familiar pieces at a time of the year when secular interests are completely consumed with full-on Christmas texts and tunes. But then I returned to “Prepare Ye” and “He Come […]
Presents for Pathways
The Wider Mission gift drive for residents of Pathways Family Shelter is underway. This year, we will be providing a pair of slippers and sneakers for each child, as well as a set of dishes (basic service for four) for each of the fourteen families to have when they move to more permanent housing. Walmart […]
December Bible Study
Our Wednesday evening Bible Study group is continuing our study of the Acts of the Apostles. We will meet on December 11 from 5:00-6:00 p.m., in the Jonathan House Office Building, with soup at 4:30. There will be no Bible Study on Christmas!
December Men’s Group
Saturday, December 7, 8:00-10:00am All men of the church (and your friends whatever their church background) are invited to gather for coffee and great conversation on the first Saturday of the month, in Susan P. Dickerman Hall.
Sunday, December 29, 2019 Potluck Worship
Bring a left-over tasty treat from your holiday celebrations to share. Dress casually! Matthew 2:13-23; “The Spider’s Web” Rev. Dr. Karen Nell Smith preaching
Christmas Pageants
“Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” Mark 10:14-15 Dear friends, I love Christmas pageants. I collect them, actually. The stories are poignant and […]
Lunch Bunch Christmas Gathering
Wednesday, December 18 at noon in Edwards Hall Everyone is welcome to join us for a Christmas lunch, featuring turkey, stuffing, and all your favorite dishes. Fran and Debbie will provide turkey and stuffing; everyone is invited to bring a favorite holiday dish. Please RSVP to the church office.