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A Publication of Concord United Methodist Church - November 28, 2024
To sign up for events/activities or to get more information, go to ConcordUnited.org/events.
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FLOOD RECOVERY MISSION TRIP – December 9-11
Rebuilding Hope, Home by Home
We invite you to join us in Mountain City, TN, to assist with the recovery efforts for homes impacted by the flooding from Hurricane Helene. The tasks may include subfloor repairs, drywall installation, and electrical work. All skill levels are welcome! Housing will be provided at First Christian Church, Mountain City, TN. Participants can choose to drive themselves or carpool. For more information or to sign up, please contact Jane Currin.
TOY COLLECTION FOR CHILDREN OF MORGAN AND SCOTT COUNTIES
Help brighten the holidays for children in Morgan and Scott Counties by donating new, unwrapped toys. We are accepting toys for children ages birth to 18 years with a retail value under $40. In addition, cash donations and batteries (of any size) are also appreciated. Please note that candy is not accepted, and toys should remain unwrapped. Donations can be dropped off on the silver racks around the church until THIS SUNDAY, December 1.
HAVE YOU PURCHASED YOUR APPLE BUTTER?
There’s still time to get your apple butter! We have both half-pints ($6) and pints ($9) available. You can purchase apple butter at Farragut Pharmacy, which is selling it on our behalf, or visit the Missions office (open Monday – Thursday) to make your purchase. Please note, we have sold out of applesauce. In addition, we also have beautiful God’s Creation Calendars available for $10.
SAGER BROWN MISSION TRIP
Join our mission team of 25 as we travel to Baldwin, Louisiana, to serve at the UMCOR Sager Brown Depot. The trip will take place from Saturday, February 15 to Saturday, February 22. Our work will involve a variety of tasks both at the depot and within the local community. Participants will stay in dorms, enjoy meals in the cafeteria, and experience fellowship with others. The cost for the trip is $350, with a $150 deposit due upon registration. Transportation, housing, and most meals are included. Registration is now open, and we have 13 spaces remaining. To register, please visit concordunited.org/events.
MISSION BLITZ 2025 – January 17-21 (MLK Weekend)
Theme: "That I May Serve"
Mark your calendars for Mission Blitz 2025, where we will have opportunities to serve both at the church and throughout our community. This event is open to participants of all ages and skill levels. We invite you to review the brochure for a full list of projects and register to participate in this impactful weekend of service. Click here for the brochure and registration link.
WARMING CENTER
This winter, Concord will again partner with Cokesbury to provide emergency shelter for our unhoused neighbors through the Warming Center. If you are interested in volunteering or learning more about this important ministry, please complete the Warming Center Interest Form or contact Pastor Brooke at bhartman@concordunited.org.
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FEED THOSE IN OUR COMMUNITY
Items we need this December are listed below. You can also donate to the pantry to provide funding for these and the regular food items and toiletries online at concordunited.org/give and select Food Pantry or with a check to CUMC with Food Pantry in the memo line.
HOLIDAY FOOD LIST:
Brown Sugar (1-2lbs), Coffee, Tea (family size bags), Stuffing/Dressing Mix, Vegetable Oil (32-48oz), Jelly (plastic bottle), Syrup, Dish Soap
During regular Monday Pantries in November, we served 196 households. Counting Thursday, November 21 we gave 99 school families holiday baskets, regular pantry items and toiletries. Bringing our grand total in November to 295 served families, so the pantry is in serious need of restocking to be ready for the 1st Monday in December. Please consider dropping off supplies this weekend at the silver racks or bring your donations church on Sunday.
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55+ LUNCH GANG - Join us at noon on December 9 at the Outback on Parkside Drive for a wonderful lunch and a time of fellowship. Please register to let us know you plan on attending. CLICK HERE
55+ CHRISTMAS COOKIES & TEA - Celebrate the holidays with us in the Fellowship Hall for a festive gathering featuring cookies, tea, coffee, and apple cider. Enjoy delicious treats, play games, listen to Christmas music, and meet new friends. No registration required—just come ready to celebrate!
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PREPARING YOUR HEART FOR CHRISTMAS
This Advent season, we invite you to embark on a meaningful journey with us as we explore the places of Jesus' birth. Our series, On the Way to Bethlehem, will guide us through the historical and spiritual significance of key locations such as Rome, Jerusalem, Nazareth, and Bethlehem. Along the way, we will encounter the essential characters who played pivotal roles in the Christmas story.
Accompanying our sermon series, we are offering a study based on Rob Fuquay's book On the Way to Bethlehem. This book will be used in several of our church's small groups during the Advent season. You can purchase your own copy for just $10 at the Welcome Desk, located between the Worship Center and Sanctuary. Additionally, an eBook version is available on Amazon.
We encourage you to join one of our small groups for this five-week Advent study, where participants will have the opportunity to engage in deep discussions about the historical context and spiritual truths of the season. Some groups will also offer optional video sessions to supplement and enrich the study.
Sunday Morning Small Groups (10:00 - 10:50am):
Monday @ 11:30am:
Join us as we journey together through the places and people of Christmas. We look forward to seeing you in a group this Advent season!
Deeply Rooted Advent Study: Exploring the Prophecies of Jesus' Birth
This Advent season, we invite you to join us for a meaningful and enriching study, Deeply Rooted, where we will explore the prophecies surrounding the birth of Jesus. Over three weeks, we will dive into key passages from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke, connecting them with powerful Old Testament texts from 2 Samuel and Isaiah. This study will offer a deeper understanding of how these prophecies are fulfilled in the birth of Christ.
Deeply Rooted will meet on December 4, 11, and 18 from 10:00–11:30am in the Worship Center classroom. All study materials will be provided in a binder, making it easy to engage and reflect on the Scriptures throughout the study.
LeighAnna Colgrove will be leading this group, guiding us through a thoughtful and reflective time as we prepare our hearts for the Christmas season. We encourage you to register and join us for this transformative Advent study. Visit ConcordUnited.org/events to sign up today!
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STUDENTS
SUNDAY, December 1
SMALL GROUPS - 10:00-10:50AM
Confirmation - Room 243
Middle School - Room 242
High School - Room 240
YOUTH CHOIR -5:00 PM - Choir Room
WEDNESDAY, December 4
Regular Wednesday night programming
Resurrection- January 24-26
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CHILDREN
NURSERY/PRESCHOOL SUNDAY
8:50am-12:00PM Preschool Wing
SUNDAY MORNING SMALL GROUPS
10am - 10:50AM (K-5th)
Drop off in the Crossroads (Room 76)
KIDS WORSHIP
11AM - Gym (K-5th)
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS
5:30-6:30PM Free community dinner
6:15-7:15PM Crescendo (K-5th)
TREKK Christmas
Thank you to everyone who sponsored with TREKK this year! December 9th - Christmas gifts due to the church!
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