Christ Lincoln's Weekly Newsletter

eNews December 27, 2018

Recent Sermons

Sunday, December 23

Sanctuary Worship

What the Baby Said

211 Central Worship

5 Love Languages

211 South Worship

Books of Christmas

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Christmas Worship Monday, December 24 & Tuesday, December 25

Services from Sanctuary Worship,

211 Central Worship, and

211 South Worship

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Congregation News

211 Central Worship: Love Languages: Physical Touch

Join us as we close out the year and the Advent/Christmas season with the last, but not least, Love Language Physical Touch. Christ came physically into the world for you!

211 South Worship: Polar Express

All aboard for The Polar Express! This Sunday we explore faith, and the grounding of our faith in the historical realities of the birth of Jesus.

Blessing the Beams at South

Steel has arrived at our new South Build. Pastors will be blessing beams at all services on January 6th. The anticipated opening date for South Child Care is August 15, 2019. Our first service will be September 22, 2019.

Next Steps

Connect

Little Ones' Night at the Children's Museum

Families with children ages 0 thru Pre-K are invited to a free night just for Christ Lincoln! Enjoy dinner, fellowship, and fun! Register here.

Interested in Ringing Handbells?

Opportunities are available to join the Handbell Chorus for the spring semester. Previous experience is not necessary. For questions or to join, please contact director Jennifer Baack (402.617.2478).

Registration Deadline: Friday, December 28; League starts Sunday, January 13

Join our competitive or recreational volleyball league! Games will be played on Sunday afternoons. Deadline is December 28th. Register here or contact Sue Anne Philson with questions.

Grow

Take Control of Your Money!

Orientation: Jan 13 & 15; Sessions Begin: Jan 20 (Sun, 9:30 or 11:00 am, or Tues, 6:30 pm)

Registration for FPU winter classes is now open! Register online for this 8-week session , or at orientation on Sunday, January 13. For questions, contact Tom Grunow at ext. 107.

Sunday Pastor's Bible Study

Sunday, January 6; 9:30 am; FH

Join us on Sundays starting January 6 for Bible study! Pastor Keinbaum will lead our first two weeks of class, followed by Pastor Reek for the next several months.

Thrivent Choice Dollars & Grants

If you have Thrivent insurance or investment products, direct your Choice Dollars and/or $250 Action Team Grant(s) for Christ ministry programs. Need assistance? Contact Tom Grunow at ext. 107.

2019 Pre-Marriage Classes Announced

Sundays, Jan 12 & 19; Thursdays, May 9 & 16; Thursdays, Sept 12 & 19

Dates for our 2019 pre-marriage classes have been announced! To learn more or to sign up, contact Bob Ewell (ext. 106) at the church office.

First Thursdays for Women

Our theme will be "JOY in January." We will be focusing on the JOY that Jesus brings, even after the glow of the Christmas season has gone. Need Bible passage?

Lunch & Learns for 60+

Starts February 14; Various Dates; 11:45 am - 1:15 pm; MS2

Enjoy a free box lunch and learn what those in their 60's need to know: filing SS, taxes in retirement, medicare options, long term care, etc. Limited to 20. Several dates to choose from. Registration coming soon.

Serve

Minimum Distribution & Stock Giving

Information and assistance on utilizing RMD, QCD, SEP IRA distributions, or stock for general fund and/or special funds is available on the website or by contacting Tom Grunow , ext 107.

Trinity Hope Planning Meeting

Sunday, January 6; 12:10 pm; Conference Room/Library

If you would like to help in the planning of the 2019 Trinity Hope Soup Supper, please feel free to come to our meeting, or contact Cindy and Jerry Johnson or Patrick and Annette Durkin. This year’s event will be held on March 16 at our Central Campus.

Family Ministries

All Sunday Morning Education Will Resume January 6

No education classes will be held on December 30. Classes will resume January 6. Hope to see you all there!

Christ Lincoln Schools

Come & Learn More About Christ Schools

Thursday, January 17; Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 pm, or Dinner 6:00 - 7:00 pm; School Building

Join us for FREE lunch or dinner with Principal Mark L'Heureux in January to learn more about our K-5 program. Can't make it? Inquire here and line up a tour!

Career & Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers Needed

If you are looking for more ways to get involved in our church, we are looking for volunteers to serve in the following areas: Cafe, data entry, counter, greeter, parking, and phones. Contact Sue Anne Philson for details or to volunteer!

Child Care Position Available

Christ Lincoln Child Care is seeking a loving and nurturing individual with child care experience to be a part of our child care ministry team. The individual will provide quality Christian care, create and carry out opportunities and environment for infants/ toddlers to grow and develop. Visit our website for more information, or contact Annette Kracke (402.483.7774 ext. 112).