Sundays of Advent:
Four Sunday’s and Christmas Eve mark the parameters of celebrating the various aspects of Christ’s first coming (what advent means)—his nativity in Bethlehem. Those elements are:
- Promise of the Savior—OT prophesies that foretold of Christ’s arrival. Dec. 1
- Presence of the Savior—the Gospel record of his birth to Mary and Joseph. Dec. 8th
- Pronouncement of the Savior—the angels declaring to the shepherds a message of Good news of Great joy” for all people! Dec. 15th
- Preeminence of the Savior—the visit of the Magi from the east worshiping and giving gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. De. 22nd
- Prominence of the Savior—the declaration that Christ is absolutely unique in all of human history! Dec. 24th evening
Each week beginning on December 1, we will bring one of these points of emphasis to our worship experience here at CBC. What a great reminder!!
Men of Valor:
Men, circle Tuesday’s December 3 and 17. It is on these evenings we will meet in the Annex to explore together these questions pertinent to our masculine spiritual journey. It begins with food at 6:00; we take up our interaction/discussion time at 6:30. Make a commitment to we become God’s Might Men of Valor in this age.
Greatest Journey Event:
December 13th, 7:00 pm, You’re invited to watch the children perform a Christmas Program at the Redeemer Lutheran Church. (601 S. 3rd Street, Dayton) It is always a joy to see!
CBC Ladies!:
If you like to decorate Christmas cookies or gingerbread houses, bring your artistic flair to the church and join us! Ladies Night of Cookie and decorating! Sat, Dec. 14th 5-7 pm! Un-decorated Christmas cookies and gingerbread houses will be available! We have decorating supplies as well! If you like to bake, feel free to add to the supply! Let’s share the holiday spirit!
Prayer Gathering:
Prayer is a significant privilege and responsibility in our journey with Christ. We have set aside the third Sunday evening of each month to simply meet and pray. Please join us Sunday, December 15 at 6:00 pm—No agenda or “program”, just time praying as the body of Christ .
River Walk Service:
December 22, 3:30 pm we have the privilege of sharing a worship service with the residents at River Walk senior home. It is a much appreciated ministry (especially during the Christmas Season) for those who aren’t able to worship elsewhere. If you are interested in helping with this service, please contact Julene Tackett with questions.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service:
Perhaps the most special service of the entire year. We meet Christmas Eve at 5:00 pm for a simple time of Reading the Gospel narratives of Christ’s coming, sing rich Christmas carols, reflect on the Advent of our Lord, and conclude with lighting of candles. You are invited to a tremendous time of worship, reflection, and fellowship for one hour on Christmas Eve. We would certainly love to see you there!