this week at faith lutheran 12/16 - 12/22

SUNDAY'S THEME 12/22/24: 

A REAL CHRISTMAS WILL LIFT UP THE LOWLY

SCRIPTURE LESSONS:

Micah 5:2-5a – The lowly little town of Bethlehem would be lifted up. There a special son would be born who would bring spiritual peace to the ends of the earth.

Hebrews 10:5-10 – We could not possibly raise ourselves up to God. So, the Son of God obeyed the law for us and by his sacrifice has made us holy. Christ has lifted up the lowly.

Luke 1:39-55 – In Spirit-wrought humility, Mary knew she needed a Savior. God lifts her up, making her the mother of that Savior.

THIS WEEKS EVENTS:

• Friday, Dec. 20th - Breakfast with Brothers, 7 am, @ Jimmy’s Egg
• Friday, Dec. 20th - Ladies luncheon, 12:30 pm, @ Great Harvest Bread Company
• Sunday, Dec. 22nd - ETC meeting after the service

Looking Ahead:

• Tuesday, Dec. 24th - Christmas Eve service, 6:30 pm; Christmas Eve Party at Phil and Gaye  McDanel’s after the service.  Bring a dish and your favorite drink.
• Sunday, Dec. 29th - SPARE CHANGE SUNDAY