CHRISTMAS EVE at CMC!
Services will be offered at 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm.
Invite family and friends to share in the celebration of the birth of our Savior, Jesus!
The CMC bus will pick up passengers at their scheduled facilities for the 3pm service only.
The 3pm service only will be livestreamed.
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE INFO FOR FAMILIES: Childcare is available for kids ages infant through 3. Check in at the desk next to the restrooms near Entrance B. Activity bags will be available at all doors leading into the sanctuary for kids ages 4 years old through 5th grade.
Care centers will be open for all three services.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
YOUTH MINISTRY TOWN HALL: Join Patti Laninga, our Interim Youth Ministry Coordinator, and Pastor Suzanne Hart Sunday (22nd) at 10:50-11:50am in the Chapel to hear more about our current youth ministry program and plans for the future. Come, show your support, and learn more so that we can be united as a church and in prayer for our youth programs. DONUT HOLES and coffee will be provided.
PASTOR OF CARE: Your Care Pastor Search Committee has already interviewed four candidates with more waiting. Please pray for wisdom in the process.
MEAL & MISSION STATEMENT WORKSHOP PACKETS: If you were unable to attend the mission statement workshop, there are leftover take-home information packets that you may pick up at Kiosk 1 that will help you get up to speed with some of the conversations about our future that are currently taking place. Many who attended the workshop felt encouraged about the future of CMC. Please continue to pray for our church!
RETIREMENT WISHES FOR STAFF MEMBER MARY DEBLAAY: After 21+ years as a faithful staff member here at CMC, Mary’s last day as the Assistant Worship Arts Director will be Tuesday, Dec. 31. We are so thankful for the ways she’s blessed our congregation. May God bless her richly as she enters this new chapter of her life.
GIVING ENVELOPES FOR 2025 are available on a table by Entrance B. If you do not see your name or would like envelopes for 2025, please contact Beth Smith (beths@christmemorial.org).
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE: If you’re interested in participating in the selection of our next class of church lay leaders, the Consistory is seeking volunteers from the congregation to serve as partners in the nomination and selection process for the upcoming fiscal year. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Beth Smith. Sunday, Dec 22 is the deadline.
GRIEVING OVER THE LOSS OF SOMEONE CLOSE TO YOU? In a GriefShare group, you’ll find a warn and caring environment offering you support and encouragement as you journey through your grief. A new GriefShare group begins soon, meeting on Mondays, Jan. 6-March 31, 6:30-8:30pm (Room 169). Brochures are available at the Care Kiosk. For more information or to sign up, contact Lori.
JESUS ENCOUNTERS: All are invited to come and be encouraged as each week a personal story of an encounter with Jesus 1s shared on Sundays, beginning Jan. 5, 10:45-11:45 am in the Prayer Room. Facilitated by Scott Cramer. For more information or to schedule a time to share, contact Scott (cramers @charter net or 616-836-3390).
THE CHOSEN – SEASON ONE, WEEKLY WATCH PARTY: Wednesdays, Jan. 15-March 12, 6-7:30pm. This historical drama is based on the life of Jesus, sharing an authentic and intimate look at Jesus’ revolutionary life and teachings. After each episode there will be an informal time of discussion led by Pastor Suzanne. Sign up at the Discipleship Kiosk.
THE PRACTICING THE WAY COURSE will help you follow the practices and rhythms Jesus and his earliest followers lived by. Join us as we grow in living as an apprentice of Jesus: Sundays, Jan. 12-March 2, 10:45 am. Contact Lynn.
THE MARRIAGE COURSE is for all couples looking to invest in building a better, stronger marriage. Wednesdays, Jan. 8-Feb. 19, 6-7:30pm, Room 167. Learn practical tools to deepen your connection and keep the spark alive. Each week there will also be time for one-on-one conversations as a couple. Led by Rick and Becca Derberger. Sign up with Lynn.
WEDNESDAY WOW STUDIES (9-11am / Jan. 8-March 26): “Esther: Daring Faith for Such a Time as This” in Room 167. “Thrive: Living Faithfully in Difficult Times” in Room 166. Sign up at the Discipleship Kiosk or contact Lori.
P.A.U.L. MINISTRIES BENEFIT: On Monday, Dec.30, from 4pm to 9pm, at Applebee’s, 3134 Beeline Rd, Holland, P.A.U.L. Ministries will receive 20% of the dine-in and online orders and would appreciate your support.
PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE: For the month of December we are collecting bar soap, feminine hygiene products, and toothpaste for the food pantry. Bring items to the Collection Center in the Mixing Area.
BETHANY CHRISTMAS PROJECT DONORS: CMC, you are amazing! Thank you for providing 422 gift cards that allowed Bethany to meet their need for this year’s foster children. You are such a blessing to God’s children with your generosity, love, and support!
This page is a full resource of all the announcements listed in the bulletin and e-news so you don’t miss a thing! You may receive more information regarding specific classes pertaining to children, youth & adults if you go to their respective web pages.