ECC Students Progressive Dinner

Sunday, December 8. Meet at ECC at 3:30pm

We will eat 3 courses at different homes and end with dessert at the church. Sunday is the last day to register on our website.

Advent Devotional

If you are looking for a devotional for Advent, stop by the Welcome Center. We have a limited number of free devotionals available. We also have a few copies of an Advent Journal by Joan Parsons for $5.
 

Christmas Eve Service

Tuesday, December 25, 6pm. Doors open at 5:30pm

Join us for the story of the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, through word and song.

Poinsettias for Christmas

If you would like to purchase a poinsettia ($10) to help decorate the church, please fill out a form at the table in the Gathering Area. 
 

Advent Description
Advent begins Sunday. We wanted to share with you what you can expect in the coming weeks. Advent, (from Latin adventus, “coming”), in the Christian church calendar, is a period of preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas and also of preparation for the Second Coming of Christ. This time is more than just a countdown to a holiday, but a season for you, your family, and the church family to draw closer to Jesus. All with the hope of knowing His presence, hearing His voice, and walking in communion in a fresh way.

Advent Wreath
We celebrate Advent by putting up an Advent Wreath and lighting candles each week. The use of the
wreath and candles during Advent are a tradition that was originally adopted by Christians in the
Middle Ages as part of their spiritual preparation for Christmas.
The wreath and candles are full of symbolism tied to the Christmas season. The wreath itself, which
is made of various evergreens, signifies continuous life. The circle of the wreath, which has no
beginning or end, symbolizes the eternity of God, and the everlasting life we find in Jesus Christ.
The candles also have their own special significance. The candles represent the four weeks of
Advent, and one candle is lit each Sunday. Three of the candles are purple because the color violet is
a liturgical color that signifies a time of prayer, repentance, and sacrifice. Each candle brings us
closer to the time when we recall His birth as well as His Second Coming.

The Four Themes of our Advent Celebration this year:
HOPE
PEACE
JOY
LOVE

The Bible Project
Each Sunday, we’ll be sharing a word study video from the Bible Project focused on each of the four
themes above. This is their advent study series. We encourage you to seek out these videos weekly,
but also the reflection questions that are provided for each. We desire for each person at ECC to use
this season to prepare our hearts for Christmas, and this resource is an excellent (and simple) way to
do that.

ECC Students – Money Wall Fundraiser

ECC Students are raising money to help fund ECC Student mission trips, retreat scholarship funds, and service projects. Sunday is the last day to stop by the wall to choose an envelope for your donation and talk to a student about how they are learning to know and live for Jesus.

Advent Devotional

If you are looking for a devotional for Advent, stop by the Welcome Center. We have a limited number of free devotionals available.  We also have a sample copy of an Advent Journal by Joan Parsons that can be ordered for $5.

Poinsettias for Christmas

If you would like to purchase a poinsettia ($10) to help decorate the church, fill out a form Sunday at the table in the Gathering Area.

Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Gift Drop Off Week

Monday- Friday, November 18 – 22: 4 – 6pm; Saturday, November 23: 10am – Noon

All filled boxes should be returned by Sunday, Nov 24. Thank you for your generous living!

ECC Students – Money Wall Fundraiser

Students are raising money during November to help fund ECC Student mission trips, retreat scholarship funds, and service projects. Stop by the wall to choose an envelope for your donation and talk to a student about how they are learning to know and live for Jesus.

ECC Students – Money Wall Fundraiser

Students are raising money during November to help fund ECC Student mission trips, retreat scholarship funds, and service projects. Stop by the wall to choose an envelope for your donation and talk to a student about how they are learning to know and live for Jesus.

Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Gift Drop Off Week

Monday – Friday, November 18 – 22: 4 – 6pm and Saturday, November 23: 10am – Noon

All filled boxes should be returned to ECC by Sunday, November 24.

Kids Connection Parents Newsletter

Scan the code to stay up to date with what’s happening in Kids Ministry.

1st Wednesday & Shoebox Gift Packing Party – November 6, 6-8pm

Everyone is invited! Our time will include pizza at 6pm, multi-generational activities and our Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Gift Packing Party.

Kids Connection Parents Newsletter

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Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Gifts

The greatest need now is for Wow items:

• Soccer balls/pump
• Dolls
• Stuffed animals
• Small games
• Craft kits for older kids

Also needed, monetary donations for shipping and filler gifts.

Joan Parsons, missionary with CRU, will share a devo and we’ll discuss how to love our neighbors so we can influence their families for Christ.  All ladies  7^th grade and older are invited to this time of food, fellowship and faith. We will be in the Gathering Area. If you have questions, contact Dee, 937.456.5507.

The 2025 Budget was approved.

Elected to the following Teams for a 3 year term:

• Elders: Dave Deaton, Jim Derringer and Kenny Rogers
• Finance Team: Kent Hamilton and Chad Miley

Membership Meeting

Sunday, October 20 at 12:30pm

We will vote on Offices to be filled for 2025, Elder Team, Finance Team and the 2025 Budget. Everyone is welcome to attend. Only Members vote.

Operation Christmas Child

The greatest need now is monetary donations for shipping and other project costs. There is a box at the OCC table in the Gathering Area. Thank you for your generous living!
 

Joan Parsons, missionary with CRU, will share a devo and we’ll discuss how to love our neighbors so we can influence their families for Christ.  All ladies  7^th grade and older are invited to this time of food, fellowship and faith. We will be in the Gathering Area. If you have questions, contact Dee, 937.456.5507.

Food Pantry

The Food Pantry is asking for the following items for Holiday Meals:

• Instant potatoes
• Egg noodles
• Stuffing mix
• Dessert mix
• Hot Chocolate mix
• Flour
• Vegetable oil
• Sugar
• Breakfast items – pancake mix, syrup, oatmeal, cereal
• Spices – chili powder, garlic salt, salt, pepper, etc.

Please place items in the grocery cart in the entryway. Thank you!

Conversation with the Elders

Sunday, October 13 – Immediately following the service

• 2024 Budget review
• Meet those on the ballot for Elder Team and Finance Team

All Church Lunch

Sunday, October 20 at 11:30am

Everyone is invited. Please sign-up here so we can plan.

Membership Meeting

Sunday, October 20 at 12:30pm

We will vote on Offices to be filled for 2025, Elder Team, Finance Team and the 2025 Budget. Everyone is welcome to attend. Only Members vote.

Joan Parsons, missionary with CRU, will share a devo and we’ll discuss how to love our neighbors so we can influence their families for Christ.  All ladies  7^th grade and older are invited to this time of food, fellowship and faith. We will be in the Gathering Area. If you have questions, contact Dee, 937.456.5507.