SOME IMPORTANT
INFO AND UPDATES YOU’LL WANT TO KNOW
I’ll get right to it…
1. Is It Possible
We’re Living In The Last Days? We
have been overwhelmed with requests for CD’s of this series, and had a number
of new people come through our doors who want to know what the Bible says about
the times we live in. THANK YOU for
inviting friends. I met a couple last
Sunday who attended DF for the first time, but came because someone had told
them about the current series we were in. They shared with me that they listened to the previous 3 weeks of
podcasts to make sure they were caught up for what they would hear Sunday. I was reminded over these weeks the hunger
and curiosity that marks so many people today. Never underestimate the POWER OF AN INVITATION!
2. Syria – As you
know, there’s been much to do about this issue. The Nation is quite split on how it should be handled. The argument about whether to allow refugees in
America or not has been blatant. Here’s
what you need to know. We have a
tremendous opportunity to help the Syrian people remain in their homeland. Because we have a number of Free Methodist
Churches in Syria, we can come alongside them and help them by ministering to and
sustaining many of the Syrian people, especially those Christians who are under
great duress. We are told that each Free
Methodist church is serving 10 times the amount of their congregation. The church of 100 is caring for 1,000. The church of 1,000 is serving 10,000. The Denomination has the ability to make sure
that these funds go directly into the situation and that these churches get
direct and more immediate help. There
has been great monitoring and connection with the pastors of these churches who
have been very informative about the grass roots environment. I want to challenge each of you to plan
to give a sacrificial gift to help make a difference whereby we enable
many of the Syrian people to remain in their homeland. I’d like to call this effort, the “I could care… More.” Love offering. Would you plan to give
something specific towards this project over the next couple of weeks? Whether you think refugees should come here
or whether you think they shouldn’t – this offering helps care for the people of
Syria no matter what. Please
mark your gift clearly and expect to put a huge smile on the face of God! You guys are ALWAYS the best!
3. Exceptional Events
at Deer Flat – This Sunday during Second
Hour, we’ll have the chance to enjoy having all of the kids being in
the service, as Julie and her team have been working hard to put together their
Christmas Program. Our Children’s
Ministry adds an enormous amount of blessing and life week after week. Let’s rally for the Kids and overwhelm them
with love.
Sunday, December 20th Christmas Musical and Drama. Here’s another opportunity to invite
someone to an outstanding morning at DF. This will be presented in both hours. Our Choir and Drama group have been working diligently to give you an
unforgettable performance.
Christmas Eve – 6 pm. As
always, this will be a time of celebration and inspiration for the whole DF
family. Bring your family and
friends. It’s going to be a great
evening!
December 27th is one service at 10:30 a.m.
As you can see, it’s an outstanding season at Deer
Flat. Each of you make such a great
contribution by your faithfulness, generosity, and heart for God. Thank you for helping us stay in step
financially as we close out the year. We
fell short just a bit in November. Let’s
finish the year strong. It’s a great
time to give an end of the year gift that will be a blessing to Deer Flat and
to you.
I can’t wait to see you this Sunday! We’re taking a great look at the story of
Bethlehem. You’ll be amazed at what you
learn.
Loving You and Him,
Pastor D
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