THIS WEEK’S MESSAGE INFO:
PASTOR SCOTT Richards
“Israel, The Future and You”
Acts 15:1-21
Pastor SEAN Richards
“Nothing Less”
Colossians 2
WHAT’S HAPPENING:
THIS SUNDAY:
Guest Worship Team:
From Calvary Chapel Queen Creek
Blessings Boutique and Thrift:
Hours: Open every Sunday from 10:45 – 1:00.
This Sunday: At the Book Nook we still have David Guzik and Chuck Smith Bibles! We also have new Bibles and books for kids and teens too! Purchases from Blessings will be 40% off.
Donation Drop Off: Next drop off date is Sun, Jan 11th. Drop them off between services (10:40-11:15) at the west gate.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Holiday Office Hours:
The office will be staffed intermittently from Dec 22nd through Jan 2nd so that the staff can enjoy the holiday season with their families. If you wish to come by the office be sure to call first to see if someone will be there.
Revival Night:
Invite your friends to come to this special outreach event! Special guest Wed, Dec 7th @ 6:30pm, Ryan Ries and worship by Baruch. Experience the powerful move of the Holy Spirit through worship, prayer and the Word.
Ladies Game Night:
We are planning a game night for us gals, if there is enough interest. If interested sign up at the Information Table in the Lobby.
Tax receipts will go out only if requested, they will start to go out Jan 29th after we’ve closed our books and they will be sent out in the order that requests have been received. If you are looking to get your tax receipt for this year, please click the link and fill out the form so I have all the information to get that out to you.
Food Pantry Needs:
If you’d like to help restock our cupboards, the Food Pantry is in need of the following items: spaghetti and spaghetti sauce, jelly/jam, hearty soups/chili and rice. There is a shopping list available at the Information Table in the Foyer and by the donation “drop-off” basket in the Fellowship Hall.
Please note that we are not able to use food items that have expired or are past their “Best By” date.
He Intends Victory Missions Opportunity:
We are thrilled to officially announce the dates for the next international outreach. The HIV Kenya 2026 Missions Trip will be from June 13th – 28th 2026. We will be serving in communities across Kenya, sharing the hope of Jesus Christ with those affected by HIV and AIDS. Click the link for more information or to apply to go.
Financial Services:
Do you need to have a document Notarized? Need to write or revise a Final Will and/or Living Trust? Help budgeting? These and other related services are offered free of charge by church member Jerry LeMay. Available every Sunday in the Fellowship Hall. Click link for more info.
Baked Goods Now Accepted!
Do you enjoy baking! We are now accepting home baked goods for the Hospitality Hub. If you like to serve in this way, go to the counter in the Fellowship Hall for more information.
Scott’s Letter Available:
To those who were wanting a copy of Scott’s letter that he wrote to his stepdad, they are available in the Lobby at the Information Table.
Scam Alert:
Please know that none of the pastors will ever email you directly asking for you to give them money or to buy anything for them or the church! There has been a new round of Facebook requests that seem to be from Scott Richards, they are not!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
CCF Golf Fellowship:
Fun all year! If you like to play, whether a beginner or experienced, you’re invited to join us for a time of golf and fellowship. We play once a month and the location changes each time. So sign up in the foyer and we’ll send you the latest info of where, when and cost.
Next opportunity to be baptized will be Sun, Jan 4th! If you want to be baptized, click the link to sign up. Baptisms take place in the Fellowship Hall after the 9:00 service. Bring a change of clothes and a towel.
Kiddos Bible Preschool & Kiddos Mom’s Bible Study:
Starts Tues, Jan 6th @ 9:30am in the Children’s Bldg, Bldg B. For 2-5 yr olds and their moms/grandmoms. Kiddos preschool will have Bible stories, crafts and activities while Mom’s Bible study will be going through a 5 week “Grace in Chaos” study. Click on the link to sign up.
Revival Night:
Special guest Wed, Jan 7th @ 6:30pm, Ryan Ries and worship by Baruch. Experience the powerful move of the Holy Spirit through worship, prayer and the Word.
Sat, Jan 10th @ 8:30am in the Fellowship Hall. Come join us in a time of prayer and fellowship. Jennifer Veary facilitates this group. Bring a dish to share.
Answers With Sean:
Jan 11th @ 1:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Sean will be going through various religious belief systems so that you will know what they believe and how you can best witness to them. Snacks provided, please sign up so we know how many. Sign up at the Information Table in the Foyer.
Missions Prayer Meeting:
Wed, Jan 14th @ 5:30. Come and find out the latest updates about the missionaries we support as well as pray for them and their mission fields.
Sat, Jan 17th @ 8:00am in the Fellowship Hall. Come for a time in the Word, food and fellowship. Click the link to sign up.
Sat, Jan 24th @ 8:00am in the Fellowship Hall. Class that teaches the legalities, technicalities and tactics of pepper spray employment. Will issue a certification card. Cost if $79 (tax deductible as charitable education and training). Click the link to sign up.
MINISTRY CALENDARS:
Click the links to find out more about what’s happening in any of these Ministries.
ODDS & ENDS:
Click the links to find out more about any of these subjects.
Website: The best way to find out more about our ministries here at CCF is to visit the website (click link). Scroll the dropdown menu on “Ministries” tab to see the various ministries.
Baptisms: We do baptisms as people request. If you want to be baptized, click the link to sign up. Baptisms take place in the Fellowship Hall after the 9:00 service. Bring a change of clothes and a towel.
Church Volunteer Teams: We have different teams that support the body and campus. Check out how you can be involved!
Swap Meet Outreach: Join in an opportunity to share Christ. We meet every Friday at the Swap Meet.
CD Ministry: CD ministry is available for those who do not have access to or have difficulty with online services. You can also get copies of individual messages.
Online Giving Available: Click the link for more info on one time or scheduled giving.
Donation Receipts: If you’re looking for your donation receipt for giving in 2024, please click the link and fill out the form so I have all the information to get that out to you.
