This past Sunday’s service was great! Everybody did a terrific job! I want to again thank everyone who shared. I was also super encouraged over the fact that we gave almost $1,300 toward a love offering that will significantly bless some families within our church family! Thanks for being willing to share so generously!

I also have some positive news regarding December’s budget. We haven’t closed the books quite yet, but it appears that our giving exceeded our expenses for a third month in a row. I’m so thankful to the Lord for His provision, and for your willingness to faithfully honor Him with your tithes and offerings. Traditionally, giving amounts tend to dip during the first few months of the year, but I’m praying that through God’s enablement, that our giving will continue to be cheerful, sacrificial and regular (II Cor. 9:7).

This coming Sunday is going to be a big day with a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! We’re going to be making an important announcement about an addition to our ministry that is going to be a tremendous blessing to our church! I can’t wait to tell you about it!

Here are a couple of other reminders of some upcoming events:

• Saturday, Jan. 2 - Clothing Closet Ministry from 8:30 to Noon
• Tuesday, Jan. 19 - Christ’s Church is hosting THE TABLE at 6:35 pm
• Fri-Sat, Jan. 22-23 - S.W.A.T. Lock-In Rescheduled
• New Sermon Series starting January 10
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I hope all of you have a Happy New Year! I’m looking forward to new opportunities for ministry and service in 2010!