December 11, 2025

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The Message this Week

Preaching Text:  Isaiah 55:1-13


Real Food, No Money! In a very poetic passage this week, Isaiah proclaims that there is something better than food and other tangible things that we spend a great deal of time striving for. We love the poetry and the images of hope, but what about the tangible needs- ours and the world's- of the moment? We will explore together this weekend.

Mighty God, help me to be nourished first with Your word and then to trust You to provide the rest, showing me Your provision and challenging me to provide for others in need. In Jesus' name, Amen.

WONDERING...

Real questions from real people to learn more about faith.

It's great for Isaiah to invite us to eat and shop without money. How does our faith take care of our real needs?

Christmas Eve Services at 2PM, *3:30PM, 5PM, & *9:30PM.

Candle lighting at 5:00 & 9:30 pm.

*Also livestreamed on YouTube.

Click HERE to sign up to serve during Christmas Eve worship.

PLEASE NOTE:

No Services on Christmas Day or Saturday, December 27.

Sunday, December 28 - ONE service at 10AM, this service will also be livestreamed.

*Advent Holden Evening Prayer - Wednesday, December 17 at 7PM

Las Posadas - Friday, December 19 at 6PM

*Children's Christmas Program - Sunday, December 21 during 10:30AM worship 
(9AM will also be livestreamed)

Birthday Party for Jesus - Sunday, December 21 after the 10:30AM service

*Also livestreamed on YouTube

Click HERE for more information about special Advent services.

• Turn our hearts to you, and give us your eyes to see the world you made.
• Inspire us to proclaim your promises to all who need to hear them.
• May we neither avoid nor stand in the way of your powerful purposes, but rather be your agents of change and mouthpieces of proclamation on behalf of your gospel.
• Give us your life-giving water when we thirst for healing, wholeness, and restoration. Offer your cup of living water to all who have particular needs.
• To the cries of all the saints who testified to your glory and who lived and died in you, we add our voices, trusting that you will empower us as you did them.
• For our new members: James & Amy Cho; Christine Russell and child, Trent; Pat Owen; Penny Olson Langland; Tom Langland; Dana & Ray McMullen; Becky Perez and children, Luna & Olive; Lisa & Candido Monroy and children, Russell & Laila

Steadfast and loving God, gather these prayers we have offered, both aloud and silent, into your loving arms, for we know that you are faithful and will never abandon us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

We did our best to compile a list of well known Christmas cookies. Vote on your favorites every week. We also want to know your less common favorites (there was a lot of debate in the church office over cookies!). Click HERE to submit your cookie and we will share all of the cookies on Christmas Day!

Results from last week...

We have been notified that some people have received texts and emails from "Pastor Trudy". Remember that neither Pastor Trudy nor GLC staff will EVER ask for things like gift cards or account numbers. If you’re ever uncertain, a call to Pastor Trudy or the office should clear it up quickly. And clicking "Report Junk" does help! Thanks for your understanding.

Come be part of a monthly gathering where women grow together in faith. Each session includes a scripture-based devotion, meaningful small group conversation, and a hands-on activity to help you live out of your faith. The next meeting is tonight, December 11 from 6:30-8PM. Please RSVP to Michelle Lata as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

The Blood Pressure Ministry is looking for volunteers for 2026. Please contact Merla Billquist at 630.205.2896 for more information.

Giving Tree gifts should be dropped off at GLC by THIS Sunday, December 14. Gifts should be unwrapped and have the tag attached. Contact Michelle Lata for more information.

Please join us this this Sunday, December 14 in Fellowship Hall after the 9AM service to prepare a meal for Lazarus House. Conact Lisa Kanzler for more information.

If you’re looking to have yourself or your child baptized at GLC, please plan on attending a baptism information class this Sunday, December 14 immediately following the 10:30AM worship service. RSVP to Michelle Lata.

Join us next Wednesday, December 17 at 7PM for Advent Holden Evening Prayer. This service will also be livestreamed HERE.

Join us Friday, December 19 at 6PM for Las Posadas! Las Posadas is a Mexican celebration that commemorates Mary and Joseph’s journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem. We start with a service in the sanctuary and then head down to fellowship hall for tamales and a piñata for the kids. A special celebration for all ages, all are welcome to join!

The Children's Christmas Program will take place on Sunday, December 21 during the 10:30AM worship service followed by a birthday party for Jesus in Fellowship Hall. All are welcome!

Volunteers are needed to serve our neighbors at Hesed House in Aurora on Friday, December 26 at 6:30PM. Click HERE to sign up to serve or donate ingredients. Contact Michelle Lata for more information.

End of Year Giving

Thanks to all who support the sharing of Christ's love with our community through Geneva Lutheran Church! As you plan your end of year generosity, here are a few reminders:

• Online giving is a great way to give, and giving from a bank account rather than a credit card can help avoid additional bank fees.
• Gifts mailed to the church must be postmarked by December 31, 2025 to be included in 2025 giving statements.  
• Stock Donations and Required Minimum Distribution gifts (for those 73 or older) are also a great way to support our ministry. Talk to Lisa Kanzler in our office.

Click HERE to see pictures of the last week!

To see all weekly and special events please check our calendar.