Tuesday, December 19, 2006

12-19-06

This Week at MCC of Corpus Christi

December 19th, 2006

Good morning!
We are just days away from celebrating the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In this "crunch time" of hustle and bustle (even around the church), may we all take time to reflect on why we celebrate Christmas, and may those reflections have a positive impact on how we schedule our time not only in this season, but also throughout the year.

CHRISTMAS NURSING HOME OUTREACH
This year, for the first time, MCC of Corpus Christi will be visiting 2 nursing homes, and providing companionship and small gifts to those residents who do not have family and/or friends who visit them.

Remember that TONIGHT at 6:30 PM, Rockport Coastal Care Residents will be enjoying food, music, and fellowship at their annual Christmas party. Due to the generosity of both members and non-members of our congregation, we were able to provide gifts for residents who normally do not have family or friends to visit them.

TOMORROW (Wednesday) at 2:00 PM, the residents of the Palms (on Everhart near Holly) will be enjoying their annual Christmas party. Friends and family of MCC of CC came through in a big way, as we provided gifts for residents who normally do not have family or friends to visit them.

We have been invited to attend both events. So, if you would like to attend either event, please call the church office at 882-8255 for driving directions.

MCC OF CC CAROLING
We are going to be singing out all over the Coastal Bend this year! Join us Wednesday, December 20th at 5:30PM, as we meet at the church before heading out to sing at various member homes as well as Padre Behavioral Hospital.

Also, on Saturday, December 23rd, we will be caroling at The Palms at 2:30PM. From there, we will head over to Pastor Danny and Richard's home for food and fellowship before heading to Rockport Coastal Care for caroling beginning at 7:00PM. Everyone is welcome to these events!

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
The MCC of CC Crafters have been working hard since August, preparing all kinds of great Christmas gifts for your shopping pleasure (and having a lot of laughs along the way, as well). Make sure to check out our fantastic homemade gifts this Sunday after church! That's right! The MCC of CC Crafters are "bringin' it to you" by setting up a table of our crafts for sale during Social Hour each Sunday through December 24th after church. So, bring your pocketbook or wallet and your Christmas List. Where else can you find great food, fellowship, AND do your Christmas shopping without the hassles of mall traffic?

AND NOW, due to the generosity of a friend of MCC of CC, we now have one of those fabulous Cracker Barrel rockers to auction off. Tickets are $1.00 each, or 6 for $5.00. We will be drawing the winning ticket Sunday evening after the evening service.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES POSITION OPEN
The Election Committee is now taking applications from voting members of MCC of Corpus Christi for a two-year Board of Trustees position that begins January 2007. You must be a member in good standing for a period of at least 6 months to qualify for this position. This position is appointed by our Board of Directors. Applications will be taken until Sunday, December 24th, and no late applications will be accepted. Please see Jim Gott, Mary Jo Smith, or Clayton Hill for an application.

FINANCE COMMITTEE POSITIONS OPEN
The Election Committee is also taking applications from voting members of MCC of CC for 2 one-year Finance Committee positions that begin January 2007. You must be a member in good standing for a period of at least 6 months to qualify for this position. These positions are appointed by our Board of Directors. Applications will be taken until Sunday, December 31st, and no late applications will be accepted. Please see Jim Gott, Mary Jo Smith, or Clayton Hill for an application.

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
The Thursday Night Bible Study Group is on holiday break. Join us again at Pastor Danny and Richard's on January 18th, as we continue our study of Lost Christianities.

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
We will be having 2 Christmas Eve services this year. The first will be our regular Sunday morning worship at 11:00AM, and the second will be our annual Christmas Eve evening service at 7:00PM.

DECEMBER EVENTS
Sundays (17th, and 24th): Christmas Craft Fair Sale during Social Hour.
December 19th: Christmas Party at Rockport Coastal Care at 6:30PM.
December 20th: Christmas Party at the Palms at 2:00PM.
December 20th: MCC of CC Caroling Caravan at 5:30PM beginning at the church
December 23rd: MCC of CC Caroling Caravan beginning at 2:30PM at the Palms
December 24th: Christmas Eve Service at 7PM.

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Arcelia Garza 12/28
Anna Reyes 12/26
Carl Schiffke 12/18
Andrew Wilcox 12/28
Dale Wulf 12/20

DECEMBER LECTIONARY
December 24th: Micah 5:2-5a; Luke 1:47-55; Psalm 80:1-7; Hebrews 10:5-10; Luke 1:39-45 (46-55);
Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-14 (15-20)
December 31st: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Psalm 148; Colossians 3:12-17; Luke 2:41-52

COMING THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17th:
Is there really any such thing as a "traditional" Christmas? Join us this Sunday as Pastor Danny shares a message on this topic from Micah 5:2-5a entitled, "An Upside Down Christmas."

Smiles for the Journey
"Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it."

See you in church!

Wednesday, December 13, 2006

12-13-06

This Week at MCC of Corpus Christi

December 13th, 2006

Good evening!
As we continue our journey to the manger this Advent, we encourage you to reflect not only on your own preparations for the arrival of Christ, but also how you might be a beacon of hope, light, and love to our community and beyond. Read on, share God's love with others, and be blessed in the process!

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
The MCC of CC Crafters have been working hard since August, preparing all kinds of great Christmas gifts for your shopping pleasure (and having a lot of laughs along the way, as well). Make sure to check out our fantastic homemade gifts this Sunday after church! That's right! The MCC of CC Crafters are "bringin' it to you" by setting up a table of our crafts for sale during Social Hour each Sunday through December 24th after church. So, bring your pocketbook or wallet and your Christmas List. Where else can you find great food, fellowship, AND do your Christmas shopping without the hassles of mall traffic?

CHRISTMAS NURSING HOME OUTREACH
This year, for the first time, MCC of Corpus Christi will be visiting 2 nursing homes, and providing companionship and small gifts to those residents who do not have family and/or friends who visit them.

At this time, we are planning to make the nursing home visits on Saturday, December 23rd. We will begin the afternoon at 2:30PM caroling at the Palms Nursing Home on Everhart near Holly. From the Palms, we will meet at Pastor Danny and Richard's for snacks and fellowship before heading to Rockport for caroling at 7:00PM.

We have also learned that the Christmas Party for the Palms will be held Tuesday, December 19th during the day, and the staff would like for us to deliver our presents at that time and be part of the festivities! If you are able to help deliver the presents and make some folks at the Palms very happy on the 19th, please contact Pastor Danny; or if you want to help in some other way with this project, please see Mary Jo Smith to learn more about how you can help bring some joy this Christmas season to some folks who may feel lonely and unloved. Let's be beacons of God's love and hope!

BOARD OF TRUSTEES POSITION OPEN
The Election Committee is now taking applications from voting members of MCC of Corpus Christi for a two-year Board of Trustees position that begins January 2007. You must be a member in good standing for a period of at least 6 months to qualify for this position. This position is appointed by our Board of Directors. Applications will be taken until Sunday, December 24th, and no late applications will be accepted. Please see Jim Gott, Mary Jo Smith, or Clayton Hill for an application.

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
The Thursday Night Bible Study Group has started watching and discussing a DVD series on "Lost Christianities." This study explores the diversity of Christian practices during the first few centuries after Jesus' ascension, as well as some of the writings that did not make into the Bible. Everyone is welcome to attend these weekly study groups, so come on out! PLEASE NOTE: The location for this class has been changed to Pastor Danny and Richard's home due to technical difficulties at the church. Call the church for directions to their home if you would like to attend this study. Don't worry-we'll make room!

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
We will be having 2 Christmas Eve services this year. The first will be our regular Sunday morning worship at 11:00AM, and the second will be our annual Christmas Eve evening service at 7:00PM.

DECEMBER EVENTS
Thursdays (7th, 14th, 21st): "Lost Christianities" Thursday Night Bible Study Group at 6:30PM at Pastor Danny and Richard's.
Sundays (17th, and 24th): Christmas Craft Fair Sale during Social Hour.
December 17th: Board of Directors meeting at 1:00PM in the Community Board Room.
December 24th: Christmas Eve Service at 7PM.

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Lee Brame 12/11
Arcelia Garza 12/28
Mindy Gonzalez 12/13
Sandra Lucaa 12/10
Anna Reyes 12/26
Carl Schiffke 12/18
Andrew Wilcox 12/28
Dale Wulf 12/20

DECEMBER LECTIONARY
December 17th: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Isaiah 12:2-6; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:7-18
December 24th: Micah 5:2-5a; Luke 1:47-55; Psalm 80:1-7; Hebrews 10:5-10; Luke 1:39-45 (46-55);
Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-14 (15-20)
December 31st: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Psalm 148; Colossians 3:12-17; Luke 2:41-52

COMING THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17th:
Join us this week for a look at prayer that just might surprise you, as Pastor Danny shares the message, "Prayer-It's Not Just For Mealtime Anymore," based on Philippians 4:4-7.

Smiles for the Journey
"If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are headed"-Ancient Chinese Proverb

See you in church!

Tuesday, December 12, 2006

12-5-06

This Week at MCC of Corpus Christi

December 5th, 2006

Good afternoon!
We have now entered the season of Advent, a season of light, hope, peace, and reflection. At MCC of CC, we encourage you to reflect not only on your own preparations for the arrival of Christ, but also how you might be a beacon of hope, light, and love to our community and beyond. Read on, share God's love with others, and be blessed in the process!

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR

The MCC of CC Crafters have been working hard since August, preparing all kinds of great Christmas gifts for your shopping pleasure (and having a lot of laughs along the way, as well). Make sure to check out our fantastic homemade gifts beginning Sunday, December 10th after church! That's right! The MCC of CC Crafters are "bringin' it to you" by setting up a table of our crafts for sale during Social Hour each Sunday in December after church. So, bring your pocketbook or wallet and your Christmas List. Where else can you find great food, fellowship, AND do your Christmas shopping without the hassles of mall traffic?

CHRISTMAS NURSING HOME OUTREACH
This year, for the first time, MCC of Corpus Christi will be visiting 2 nursing homes, and providing companionship and small gifts to those residents who do not have family and/or friends who visit them. Please see Mary Jo Smith to learn more about how you can help bring some joy this Christmas season to some folks who may feel lonely and unloved. Let's be beacons of God's love and hope! At this time, we are planning to make the nursing home visits on Saturday, December 23rd.

INQUIRER'S CLASS
If you are interested in learning more about MCC of CC, and/or interested in possibly becoming a voting member of our church family, Pastor Danny will be leading an Inquirer's Class Sunday December 10th at 12:30-ish (right after Social Time following the morning service). Please contact the church office if you would like to attend this class so we may be sure to have a packet of information prepared for you.

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
The Thursday Night Bible Study Group has started watching and discussing a DVD series on "Lost Christianities." This study explores the diversity of Christian practices during the first few centuries after Jesus' ascension, as well as some of the writings that did not make into the Bible. Everyone is welcome to attend these weekly study groups, so come on out! PLEASE NOTE: The location for this class has been changed to Pastor Danny and Richard's home due to technical difficulties at the church. Call the church for directions to their home if you would like to attend this study. Don't worry-we'll make room!

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
We will be having 2 Christmas Eve services this year. The first will be our regular Sunday morning worship at 11:00AM, and the second will be our annual Christmas Eve evening service at 7:00PM.

DECEMBER EVENTS
Thursdays (7th, 14th, 21st): "Lost Christianities" Thursday Night Bible Study Group at 6:30PM at Pastor Danny and Richard's.
Sundays (10th, 17th, and 24th): Christmas Craft Fair Sale during Social Hour.
December 10th: Inquirer's Class at 12:30-ish in the Church Library
December 17th: Board of Directors meeting at 1:00PM in the Community Board Room.

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS:
Lee Brame 12/11
Arcelia Garza 12/28
Mindy Gonzalez 12/13
Sandra Lucaa 12/10
Anna Reyes 12/26
Carl Schiffke 12/18
Andrew Wilcox 12/28
Dale Wulf 12/20

DECEMBER LECTIONARY
December 10th: Malachi 3:1-4; Luke 1:68-79; Philippians 1:3-11; Luke 3:1-6
December 17th: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Isaiah 12:2-6; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:7-18
December 24th: Micah 5:2-5a; Luke 1:47-55; Psalm 80:1-7; Hebrews 10:5-10; Luke 1:39-45 (46-55);
Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-14 (15-20)
December 31st: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Psalm 148; Colossians 3:12-17; Luke 2:41-52

COMING THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10th:
'Tis the season! Are you making your list and checking it twice? What exactly is on that list? Come join us this Sunday as Pastor Danny brings the message, "Making a List, Checking it Twice," based on Philippians 1:3-11,

Smiles for the Journey
"The problem with the gene pool is that there is no lifeguard."

See you in church!

Friday, December 01, 2006

11-28-06

This Week at MCC of Corpus Christi

November 28th, 2006

Good afternoon!
As we approach the Advent season, MCC of Corpus Christi is planning to share God's love, hope, and joy with our community in a variety of ways. Read on, get involved, and be blessed!

WORLD AIDS DAY SERVICE
This year's World AIDS Day service will be held at MCC of Corpus Christi, Friday December 1st, at 7:00PM. Thanks to everyone who has volunteered to help with this service. This year's theme is "Remembrance, Renewal, Rebirth." Our own Don Holder and Apache Molina will join the Community Choir led by Robert McCarty, and Rev. Christian Garrett of St. Paul's United Church of Christ will be bringing the message.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
The next Craft Fair work session is Saturday, December 2nd, at Diane and Mary Jo's. Call 882-8255 for directions. Come on out, join the fun, socialize, help us bake some cookies for the last Craft Fair session for this year, and raise money for the ministries of MCC of CC! Everyone is welcome!

Also, make sure to check out our fantastic homemade gifts beginning Sunday, December 10th after church! That's right! The MCC Crafters are "bringin' it to you" by setting up a table of our crafts for sale during Social Hour each Sunday in December after church. So, bring your pocketbook or wallet and your Christmas List. Where else can you find great food, fellowship, AND do your Christmas shopping without the hassles of mall traffic?

CHRISTMAS NURSING HOME OUTREACH
This year, for the first time, MCC of Corpus Christi will be visiting 2 nursing homes, and providing companionship and small gifts to those residents who do not have family and/or friends who visit them. Please see Mary Jo Smith to learn more about how you can help bring some joy this Christmas season to some folks who may feel lonely and unloved. Let's be beacons of God's love and hope!

INQUIRER'S CLASS
If you are interested in learning more about MCC of CC, and/or interested in possibly becoming a voting member of our church family, Pastor Danny will be leading an Inquirer's Class Sunday December 10th at 12:30-ish (right after Social Time following the morning service). Please contact the church office if you would like to attend this class so we may be sure to have a packet of information prepared for you.

THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
The Thursday Night Bible Study Group has started watching and discussing a DVD series on "Lost Christianities." This study explores the diversity of Christian practices during the first few centuries after Jesus' ascension, as well as some of the writings that did not make into the Bible. Everyone is welcome to attend these weekly study groups, so come on out! PLEASE NOTE: The location for this class has been changed to Pastor Danny and Richard's home due to technical difficulties at the church. Call the church for directions to their home if you would like to attend this study. Don't worry-we'll make room!

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
We will be having 2 Christmas Eve services this year. The first will be our regular Sunday morning worship at 11:00AM, and the second will be our annual Christmas Eve evening service at 7:00PM.

NOVEMBER EVENTS
Thursdays (30th): "Lost Christianities" Thursday Night Bible Study Group at 6:30PM at Pastor Danny and Richard's.

DECEMBER EVENTS
Thursdays (7th, 14th, 21st): "Lost Christianities" Thursday Night Bible Study Group at 6:30PM at Pastor Danny and Richard's.
Sundays (10th, 17th, and 24th): Christmas Craft Fair Sale during Social Hour.
December 1st: World AIDS Day Service at 7PM.
December 2nd: Christmas Craft Fair Cookie Baking Party at Diane and Mary Jo's at 6:30PM.
December 10th: Inquirer's Class at 12:30-ish in the Church Library
December 17th: Board of Directors meeting at 1:00PM in the Community Board Room.

DECEMBER LECTIONARY
December 3rd: Jeremiah 33:14-16; Psalm 25:1-10; 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Luke 21:25-36
December 10th: Malachi 3:1-4; Luke 1:68-79; Philippians 1:3-11; Luke 3:1-6
December 17th: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Isaiah 12:2-6; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:7-18
December 24th: Micah 5:2-5a; Luke 1:47-55; Psalm 80:1-7; Hebrews 10:5-10; Luke 1:39-45 (46-55); Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-14 (15-20)
December 31st: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Psalm 148; Colossians 3:12-17; Luke 2:41-52

COMING THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3rd:
The first Sunday of Advent-a season of joy and expectation-and what does Jesus give us? The world falling apart all around us! What's up with all the mixed signals? Come join us as Pastor Danny shares a message on "Mixed Signals" based on Luke 21:25-36.

Smiles for the Journey
"My mechanic told me, "I couldn't repair your brakes, so I made your horn louder."
(This would explain all the noise on SPID, now wouldn't it?)

See you in church!