December 5th, 2025

The Stories That Lead Us to Jesus

One of the most powerful things about Christmas is that the story comes to us through real people and real moments — ordinary lives where God did something extraordinary. This year, our Christmas series will walk through several of those stories: the anticipation of those who waited, the interruption of those who were surprised, and the quiet faith of those who simply said yes to what God was doing.

Instead of rushing past the familiar scenes, we’ll slow down and step into the moments where heaven met everyday life — discovering how these ancient stories still speak to our own hopes, doubts, and longings today.



I hope you’ll join us over the next few weeks as we listen again to the stories of Christmas and make room for what God may want to do in our own.

— Justin

Discover FCC Lunch

December 7th ~ 12noon

Discover Connection, Community, and a Place to Call Home.

New to First Christian? Join us for a casual lunch where you’ll meet some of our pastors and leaders, hear a bit of our story, and explore how you can find your place here.

No pressure—just good food and real connection.

Please register by clicking here.

I'm looking for anyone who has photos of FCC as a church or in groups doing life together. These can include photos of people serving, small groups, Trunk or Treat, Last Days of Jesus, or anything that highlights the community of the church. Email photos to justin@fcctd.org.   

CGCA cordially invites you to their Christmas Pageant

Sunday December 21st

4:30pm

First Christian Church Sanctuary

NORCOR Blessing Bags

We will pack the goodie bags for NORCOR inmates on Tuesday December 23rd at 5pm. We need cookies & holiday candy.

Friday Night Meals

Marlene Long is looking for folks to sign up & help provide meals for Friday Night Service. See the sign-up list at the Hospitality Desk. Contact Marlene at 541-980-5039 with any questions or for more details.

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Cookies!

We need a variety of Christmas cookies for the reception following the concert on December 14th, Please contact Shelley Hinatsu (541-993-4473) if you are able to bring a couple dozen cookies.

 Watch this Sunday's worship service on YouTube HERE!



Get ready to worship with us on Sunday December 7th. Here is a playlist of the songs we will be singing this Sunday.

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Are you one of our awesome volunteers but perhaps forgot when you're scheduled to serve? Here is the December 2025 Volunteer Calendar.

• Please pray for my mothers health. Also that my new prospects in life to flourish. ~ Stephanie
• Please pray for safe travel on our move to south Texas. ~ Wagner's
• Please pray for my friends cousin, Thora. She has just been diagnosed with breast cancer, ~ Shelley
• We're going to try incentive store for GNC to motivate kids to earn points with good behavior. Pray for the logistics of carrying it to each location along with our lesson stuff and keeping track of kids being good, especially on days ther's only two of us.~ Goodman's
• Pray for more committed do-ers for The Last Days of Jesus to share the work so it's not too much for the few and so things don't fall through the cracks because they can't be done by just a few people. ~ Goodman's
• Please pray for Brandi - she's having trouble with family and their addictions. She's feeling alone as she's trying to follow Jesus. ~ Bonnie
• Please pray for my mother - she seems to hae days and nights mixed up. It's hard to keep her in bed at night and still have energy for the next day. ~ Bonnie
• Pray for Willow's family. ~ Bonnie

WHO WE ARE...

First Christian Church The Dalles (FCC) is an independent Christian community, learning to follow Jesus together. The Bible points us to God and helps us live with faith, hope, and love. Each week we gather to worship, share communion, and encourage one another. Our mission is simple: to help people connect with Jesus, with each other, and with their purpose. Whether you’re spiritually curious or seeking to grow deeper in your faith, we believe life with God is a journey—and we would love to walk alongside you on yours.

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