October 30, 2024


This Week in Worship


Scripture Readings

John 11:17-27

No Communion this weekend - All Saints


News in this edition

  • Preschool Patriotism Day
  • Food From the Heart
  • Angel Tree Adoptions
  • St. Vincent de Paul
  • Fountain Hills Thanksgiving Day Parade
  • Women's Refresh Weekend
  • PV Food Bank needs



"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord - Jeremiah 29:11

REMINDER:

October 30th dinner is the last one until

we resume in Advent on December 4th.

Preschool Patriotism Day


On Wednesday, November 6, we are once again hosting our Patriotism Day program to honor family members of our current preschool families who have served or are currently serving our country in any branch of the military.


Current Preschool families may submit names of those you would like to have honored (who are local) to the preschool office ASAP so that proper invitations can be extended. Call 480-998-0866.


The 4 and 5 year olds will be the featured singers. 

Next Food From the Heart


Saturday, November 9, 9:30am - noon


Volunteering for Food From the Heart is a wonderful way to build friendships and help those in our congregation who need a little TLC. Once a month on a Saturday at 9:30am, gather with other volunteers to prepare, assemble and then deliver meals to those who may be recovering from surgery or any number of reasons. Meet in the Fellowship Hall across from the kitchen. Can't help prepare? Then maybe you would like to just deliver a meal. We welcome everyone! Your young children can help at your discretion and with your supervision.

 

Questions? Email or call Nurse Jean Knowling at the church office 480-948-1234.

 

Sign up here.

Angel Tree Adoptions

 

Beginning Sunday, Nov. 10, 7:00am-12:00pm


'Tis the season for La Casa de Cristo to join together to share the love of Jesus through our Angel Tree outreach program. The opportunity to 'adopt' families and children will be available outside the Sanctuary in the center court by the fountain and the Gathering Place patio before and after worship on Nov. 10, Nov. 16-17, Nov. 23-24, and then on Wed., Nov. 27 after Thanksgiving Eve service under the Sanctuary Portico and on Dec. 1 before or after all services.

 

If you are unable to adopt a child or family, you can provide gift cards for shoes, or help to deliver gifts on Sat., Dec. 14 at 8am. Please note: Drop-off of food and gifts will be at La Sagrada Familia, 2500 E. Campo Bello Drive on Wed., Dec. 4, from 8am-7 pm, and Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1-4pm. Find more details here, OR donate online HERE, by selecting Angel Tree from the drop-down menu under 'Fund.'

Serve at St. Vincent de Paul


Sunday, November 17, 9:00am-1:00pm


Please note: Our amazing volunteer coordinators, Roger and Kim Olson, have faithfully served this ministry for many years, but will be stepping down after November. Please prayerfully consider being a part of this vital ministry by stepping into the role of the volunteer coordinators. You may have friends who you could share the responsibilities with, so that serving the homeless at the shelter once a month continues with La Casa de Cristo volunteers.


A wonderful group of volunteers heads down to the SVdP dining room right after the 8am service on the 3rd Sunday each month to bless and be blessed by serving the noon meal. Ages 16 and up (14 & 15 yr. olds must be with an adult). Wear closed toe shoes. Our web page has all the information you need, but if you have further questions, please call the office at 480-948-1234. Sign up here.

Volunteers Needed!

LCdC Ship Float will be in Fountain Hills' 40th Annual Thanksgiving Day Parade!


Thursday, November 28, 9:30am-10:45am

Avenue of the Fountains, Fountain Hills, AZ


Our 50th Anniversary float will be participating in the Annual Thanksgiving Day Parade in Fountain Hills! This free event is a perfect way to kick off the holiday season, and takes place along Avenue of the Fountains.


Pastor Matt needs your help steering La Casa de Cristo's 50th Anniversary Ship, as well as walking alongside the float to spread the love! Set up is at 7am. Please email Pastor Matt at pastormatt@lacasadecristo.com to let him know you'll be there!

"So Loved" Women's Refresh Weekend


Friday, January 31 - Sunday, February 2, 2025

Little America Hotel, Flagstaff, AZ


This weekend encounter has been prayerfully and carefully prepared to refresh your beautiful soul. Surround yourself with women of all ages who are eager to be refreshed, refueled, and restored, just like YOU! Choose your own sleeping accommodation that best matches your desires and is tailored for your budget. 2 nights luxury accommodation, delicious, chef-prepared brunch, dinner, and plenty of snacks included.


All the details and the link to register for the retreat can be found here.

PV Community Bank needs for November


Thank you all for your ongoing generosity!! November's focus will be non-perishable Thanksgiving items, such as canned vegetables and fruit, boxed or bagged stuffing, boxed mashed potatoes, canned gravy (or packets), cornbread mix, etc. No fresh meat, No fresh veggies/fruit.

Please, NO GLASS JARS.


Want to volunteer to bring the donations from La Casa de Cristo to the food bank at 32nd St. and Shea? Deliveries are done any day from Mon. through Fri., 9am-3pm. You choose the day and time that works for you. Help is available to load your car at the church and unload at the food bank. Sign up here or call the office to get on the schedule. 480-948-1234

Thank you for your willingness to serve!

All Saints Memorial Garden Service

to honor our Saints takes place on Sunday at 12pm.

A huge thank you to all who donated to the fund to help the victims of the recent hurricanes. $30,000.00 was raised!

YMCA Presentation is CANCELLED.

Celebrate the Baptism of:

  • Chase Michael Cunningham
  • Jade Rider Cunningham
  • Colin Patrick Squelch
  • Ivana Zargarian


Anticipating Surgery

  • Lisa Ross (11/5)


Hospitalized

  • Walter Yu


In Rehab

  • Helen Kroupa


Recuperating

  • Tom Atchison
  • Tom Clark
  • Karen Kiesling
  • Joanne Kozdeba
  • Mel Maust
  • Myron Pearson
  • Suzan Scudder
  • Darlene Skarka


On the Death of a Loved One

Tony & Gina Coletta... her mother, Merilee Carlson

AJ & Chase... their grandmother


Tom Mariucci & family... his mother

Email prayer requests to Jean Knowling


Worship Schedule


Traditional Worship:

Saturday 5pm, Sunday 8am & 9:15am


Contemporary Worship:

Sunday 10:30am


All services live-streamed at LaCasaLive.com.


The nursery is available on Sunday mornings

during the 9:15am and 10:30am worship services.

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