KALONA MENNONITE CHURCH
656-2736
Scott Swartzendruber, Pastor Mon-Fri - Home Phone 656-3945
Mick Murray, Pastor Mon-Fri - Home Phone 646-6810
Elders – Karen Schrock, Todd Thompson, Marcus Miller, Joyce Ropp
Our Vision is to be a life-giving church: Presenting the life-giving message of Jesus Christ as Lord
and Savior to the people of the Kalona area and the world, challenging them to accept Christ,
worship Him, and serve Him.
Our Mission is to fulfill the Great Commission: Leading people to Christ; disciplining them in the faith; equipping them to witness; and sending them out to serve.
Find us on the web at kalonamennonitechurch.com
Vol. XLIX December 5, 2010 No. 49
Congregational Worship
Pre-service Music – Mary Groh
Worship Leader – Mick Murray and Rodney Gehman
Call to Worship
Congregational Song
Advent Reading – Reggie Hostetler
Announcements
Offering/Offertory – Summer Schrock
Congregational Singing
Children’s Church – ages 3 – 3rd grade may be dismissed
Hearing God’s Word
“A Big Surprise” by Scott Swartzendruber
Matthew 3: 1-12
Song of Response
Congregational Sharing
Closing Prayer and Song
Welcome visitors! As leadership we want you to know that every Monday we have a special prayer time for the concerns of the church. Please let us know if you have things you want us to pray for. Also, if you have questions about receiving Christ as Savior, becoming a member, being baptized, rededicating your life to Christ, or baby dedication, please feel free to contact one of the ministers.
Professional Counseling Available. Please contact the church office or one of the ministers for more information.
Fellowship Time in Foyer – Visitors and others who do not regularly attend a class are welcome to stay for the informal Open Circle Class that meets in the open area of the Fellowship Hall.
Adult Sunday School – Classes are listed on the back of the bulletin.
Attendance
November 28th Worship Service 260; Sunday School 116
Offering
November 28th
General $6,134.25; College $300.00
JR MYF
Meet at KMC at 6 PM to go to Iowa City for gift exchange and pizza. Bring $5.00 to buy a gift for a name you will draw. We will be back at KMC at 9:30.
PLEASANTVIEW HOME
The Caregiver’s support group will meet at Pleasantview this Wednesday, December 8th at 2:30 p.m. in the chapel. Laverta Eberly will talk and demonstrate making memories with scrap booking. The support group is for anyone responsible for the care or support of an elderly, disabled or dependent adult.
CROOKED CREEK CHRISTIAN CAMP
It’s too cold to play outside, but that doesn’t mean you need to turn into a couch potato! Crooked Creek Christian Camp invites you to join us on Sunday, December 12th from 5:00-7:00 for Climbing Club. All those ages 16 and older are welcome; cost is $10 per person. Ladies, take advantage of the December Special: all women can climb at ½ price! Whether you’ve been to Climbing Club every month or are interested in trying it for the first time, we’ve got a place for you! Call (319.653.3611) and leave a message to save your spot.
ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK
TODAY
5 – 6:30 PM Bible Memory
6-9 PM MYF at Mick and Julie’s
7-8 PM MYF Bible Study
MONDAY
7:00 PM Church Council
WEDNESDAY
6:00 PM JR MYF
THURSDAY
MOPS
NEXT SUNDAY
3:00 PM Jubilance Children's Choir will be performing a Christmas concert at Kalona Mennonite Church. Jubilance is a 35 voice community children's choir directed by Rhonda Miller and accompanied by Chelsy Bontrager.
LOOKING AHEAD
December 15th The MYF has been invited along with other area MYF's to an Ugly Christmas Sweater Skating party at the Wellman Skating Rink from 7 - 9 pm. Come dressed in your worst holiday attire and bring $3.00 if you plan to skate.
December 24th Christmas Eve Service at 5:30 PM. Guest speaker will be David Boshart.
Bulletin Insert for December 5, 2010
IOWA MENNONITE SCHOOL
The Iowa Mennonite School music department will present the annual Christmas Concert at 2:00 p.m. this afternoon in the school's Celebration Hall. All are invited to come and hear the sounds of the season, featuring the Chorale, Touring Choir, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, Chamber Singers, and a few other small ensembles. All programs are directed by Karenza Yoder. A free-will offering will be taken in support of the many activities involving the music department.
Iowa Mennonite School's Chamber Singers will present a program of Christmas music at West Union Mennonite Church near Parnell, on Thursday evening, December 9. The program, under the direction of Karenza Yoder, will begin at 7:00 p.m. The vocal ensemble is comprised of 14 juniors and seniors: Katie Nisly, Emma Yoder, Amanda Bartel, Hannah Altmaier, Ida Short, Nicole Yoder, Maddie Miller, Ting Davidson, Brock Brenneman, Bill Spencer, Sam Swartzendruber, Malachi Bontrager, Lukas Yoder, and Seth Miller.
EVERENCE TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE CELEBRATION
Join the staff of Everence Financial Advisors (formerly MMA) as they celebrate their new offices in Kalona. The open house will take place on Thursday, December 16th from 1:00 to 6:30 p.m. at the new location, 301 5th Street, Kalona.
· Light refreshments will be served.
· Prizes will be given out through the day.
· Bring a non-perishable food item or two for the Kalona Food Bank. Everence will match each item with a $1 donation (up to $500).
· Meet the ministry staff of Central Plains Mennonite Conference (who also has offices at this location).
· Bring a friend!
For more information, contact Cheryl Martin Miller at (319) 656-4242 or
SAY CHEESE!
Cheese balls that is! It’s once again time for the annual Lower Deer Creek Cheese Ball project to raise funds for missions. As in previous years we have ham, pineapple and veggie cheese balls available for $7.50 each or 3 for $20. Call Donna Miller (656-2432), Sherry Schrock (646-2953) or the church office (656-2076) to place your orders by December 11th. Orders will be available to pick up at the church on December 18th from 10 a.m. -noon.
Welcome Guests!
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Phone ________________________________________________________
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I would like information on:
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Become a Christian: Start Here
God, I have sinned by turning away from you and trying to run my own life.
I am sorry and confess my sins.
(Take a few moments to ask Christ for His forgiveness and for anything
in particular that is on your mind.)
Forgive my sins and let me start anew.
Thank you God, for your Son, Jesus who defeated Satan.
Thank you for your death on the cross for me so that I can be forgiven,
saved from my past, and set free to live in Christ.
God, I ask for the gift of the Holy Spirit to give me the power to live like Jesus: loving others, forgiving others, sharing possessions, worshipping, and witnessing for Jesus.
I give my allegiance to Jesus Christ above every other loyalty.
I commit myself to Christ and His church.
Thank you Jesus, for saving me and living with me forever by Your Spirit. Amen