Rachel Clark, (630) 607-9938 [email protected] Thank you to Tim Welsh for leading the liturgy on Sunday morning and to Dianne and Gary Swink for doing the Advent reading and candle lighting at New Monmouth Presbyterian Church. The praise band led the congregation in singing “Sing We the Song of Emmanuel.” Pastor Rachel Clark preached on Psalm 130 about waiting on God with our whole selves, prayerfully and expectantly. There was a congregational meeting on Sunday after the service to elect elders and approve the budget. The elders elected are: Amy Scheuer, Laura Shell and Tim Hodges. The new trustee is Vicki Hodges. Thank you to elders Sarah Burleson and Janet Drake and trustee Laura Hotinger for your service.
Christmas caroling will take place today, Wednesday, Dec. 17. We will meet at the church at 2 p.m.
Next Sunday the children will practice bells at 9 a.m. on Sunday morning and play during the service. There will be a “pop-up Nativity” during the service. People of all ages can participate. A reception will follow. Bring light finger foods to share.
The food pantry is asking for dried fruits and nuts for the month of December.
Christmas Eve Candlelight service is on Dec. 24 at 5 p.m.
Jazz night is Dec. 31 from 5 to 7. Come on out for Jazz, food, and fellowship!
