Week of November 19, 2018
Operation Christmas Warmth
We are collecting items for Operation Christmas Warmth through November 30. On Sunday, December 2 we will hold a blessing for these items during worship.

Items needed: new or gently used coats, gloves, scarves, and hats.
ARBC App
One of the most powerful things about our new app is the ability to receive push notifications right on your phone. You can tell the app which push notifications you'd like to receive in your inbox. This will help stay up to date on what's going on around our church and weekday ministries, as well as receive information about weather related closings.

  1. Tap the MORE tab at the bottom (iOS) or top (Android) of the home screen.
  2. Select CHOOSE YOUR NOTIFICATIONS from the menu.
  3. Check and uncheck the options based on your preferences, then click done to save your selections.

Make sure you also allow the app to use your location so we can send you notifications when you're on campus.   

Family Ministry News
Volunteers needed!

A few volunteers are needed once a month on Sundays for the nursery during the Bible Study hour. Please let Bridget know if you are able to help.
IHN Mission Effort
We're two weeks away from hosting United Ministries Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) in partnership with St. Matthew UMC. Space is still available for volunteers to sign up.


Advent Workshops
November 28 • December 5 • December 12 • December 19

Everyone is invited to join us for our Advent Workshops on Wednesday nights beginning November 28. This is a great opportunity for our community of faith to prepare for and celebrate the Advent season. This year, participants will make a Jesse Tree. The cost for each family is $12.

To prepare enough materials, reservations for the workshops are required. Please RSVP below if you or your family will participate.
Advent Worskshops
DATE AND TIME
11/28/18 6:00pm - 11/28/18 7:00pm

I'll be there!
Live Nativity
We will host our annual Live Nativity on Friday, December 14 at 6:30 pm. The presentation will feature stable animals, a reading of the Christmas story, and sing-along carols and hymns. After the presentation, everyone is invited to stay and participate in the One Starry Night interactive event, where you will experience the sights and sounds of Bethlehem. We will also have cookies and hot chocolate. This is open to all ages!

Volunteers are needed for each station to welcome guests and walk them through the activity. Please let Bridget know if you can help.
ARBC Women's Retreat
SAVE THE DATE!
February 22-24, 2019
ARBC Women's Mountain Retreat
Cost will be around $200

Deadline to Register: January 27
2019 Mission Trip
If you missed the 2019 Mission Trip Informational Meeting, below is the information sheet and commitment letter. Please look over both and return the commitment letter to the church office if you are interested in going on the trip.


Ministry Calendar
Ministry Calendar
November 19-November 25

Tuesday, November 20
9:00 am Senior Aerobics Class
10:00 am Seniors Walking

Wednesday, November 21
No Activities

Thursday, November 22
Thanksgiving- Office Closed

Friday, November 23
Office Closed
Sunday, November 25
9:45 am Bible Study for All Ages
11:00 am Worship

Worship Care Volunteers:
Teresa Brady
Matt and Sallie Ruth Areford
Alissa Smith, Megan McCarter

ARBC Hosts:
GROUP B
Hank Sutherland- Family Life Center
Pat Sutherland- Child Care
Gary Hill- Sanctuary
Lynn Hill- Sanctuary
Carroll Kirby- Sanctuary
Bruce McCarter- Sanctuary
Looking Ahead to December
December 2-9: IHN Mission Effort
December 2: Caroling to Homebound
December 5: Men’s Prayer Breakfast
December 9: Children’s Christmas Party
December 9: Christmas Drop-In at the Kings
December 13: Friendly Neighbors
December 14: Live Nativity
December 16: Youth Christmas Party
December 19: Christmas Meal
December 20: ARBC Men's Dinner
December 24: Christmas Eve Service
December 25-26: Office Closed