Turkey Week!

This week is Thanksgiving and nothing puts me into a good mood as this time of year.  There is much more of an emphasis upon the goodness of God and a realization of just how blessed we are as a people.  Those of you leaving town, I pray you have safe travels.  Those of us staying in town, build on those family traditions.  Personally, I can't wait for Lex to get in to town Wednesday morning.

Speaking of Thanksgiving traditions, this TUESDAY we will meet at the building for our annual praise and prayer.  Which means we will not be meeting Wednesday night.  Bill Raikes does a great job with this each year.  Let's turn out a big crowd.  It's a great way to kick off Thanksgiving week.

As far as yesterday goes, it was a really great day.  I'm not even sure I met all of our visitors.  Plus some of our college kids were in town.  The singing was out of this world and the overall attitude was high.  It was just one of those great days of worship.  We also finished up a unique series of lessons from the book of Habakkuk.  So many kind comments on how these lessons were needed in their own lives.  God be praised!

Speaking of sermons, let me give you a look into the next month.  This Sunday, will be a lesson on "Thanksgiving Leftovers" from the Gospels.  Starting the next week, we will begin a three part series on "Carols" with some of your favorite songs of the birth of Christ.  Invite people now.

Last night was the last of our Sunday Nights of Service for now.  I was able to attend Chris "Tito" Leon's class on health.  He is one of the best I know and has a real heart for helping people.  If you are looking for some stocking stuffer ideas for those who like to stuff themselves for the holidays, Tito is a personal trainer and fitness guru.  I don't even know if he has any spots for the coming year, but you might could purchase a few sessions with him to kick off the new year.  He at least will help you get on the right track.  Just a thought.

As far as Sunday nights for December, here is what is on the docket:

1st - Circle Up Singing with Bill Raikes and Tracy Moore  (Hebrews Coffee Shop)
8th - Two choices: Mission report on my trip to Trinidad, and yes there will be pictures (Hebrews Coffee Shop) or Star of Bethlehem, for those who haven't seen it (Fireside Room)
15th - Christmas Party! (Heritage Center)
22nd - Christmas Caroling for our shut-ins (meet in Hebrews Coffee Shop)
29th - Elders specialty class

Try to keep up with everything going on this month.  Continue to check your bulletin, the website, and listen to Sunday morning announcements to stay up on things.  And PLEASE don't forget to check up on those who are missing, sick, or maybe struggling.  This is a very difficult time of year for some people due to loss.  Send a card, text, email, or visit to let them know how much they are loved.