Big Night/Jesse James

THIS SUNDAY, November 18 is THANKSGIVING SUNDAY
8:00, 9:15 & 10:45
Bruce preaching: THE HELMET OF SALVATION
The St. Andrew’s Praise Band will offer ALL GOOD GIFTS in all three services.
Children will be singing at 9:15 & 10:45
Each service will begin with COME YE THANKFUL PEOPLE COME.
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THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS TO SING
9:15 – Music Makers
10:45 – Joyful Sounds and Mighty Doves
No practice for children’s choirs on November 22.
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I suspect the best movie I’ll see this year is THE ASSASSINATION OF JESSE JAMES BY THE COWARD ROBERT FORD. Nancy seemed to enjoy it as much as I did. I hope you can catch this film while it’s still in theatres; the cinematography is among the stars. This is not necessarily a shoot-em-up western, but rather a period piece that evokes what life on the western Missouri frontier probably actually looked like in the 1880s. Nancy didn’t know this, so you may not: The home where Jesse was killed can still be visited in St. Joseph. I think they’ve moved it in recent years, inside a museum. If you want to learn more about the famous bandit, let me recommend the biography by T.J. Stiles: JESSE JAMES: LAST REBEL OF THE CIVIL WAR.
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Wednesday evening, November 21, 7:00
Thanksgiving Eve Service
Bruce preaching: MY BIGGEST ST. ANDREW’S DISAPPOINTMENT OF 2007 AND WHY I’M THANKFUL FOR IT.
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ATTENTION ALL METHODIST WOMEN
It's here! The night you have been waiting for!
It's Lady's Nite Out - "Holiday Magic".
You're Invited
Come and join us on Tuesday evening 12-04-07 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm.
We'll have three sessions you'll want to join in on for holiday fun. A Cooking Demonstration Class, a Holiday Card Craft Class and a Massage Session. Each session lasts 20 minutes and you'll want to attend all three. Bring your friends, sign up so we'll know who to expect, the sign up sheets are located by the information table in the rotunda. Refreshments will be served by Hope Circle.
Child care will be available, call the church at 431 - 8560 to make arrangements.
Suggested donation for the evening of fun is $3.00 per person or two people for $5.00.
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Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – Advent Study
The classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge is a cherished symbol of Christmas. Yet, the little story of Scrooge’s transformation is also a wonderful story of redemption and hope--which makes it a perfect study for Advent. Join Mike and Sandra Roder as they facilitate a discussion beginning Sunday, Dec. 2 at 10:45 in the Youth Room. Please contact Diana to register so books can be ordered. The cost of the study book is $5.50.
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St. Andrew’s Book Club
The selection for the December Book Club is What It Means to Be a Christian by Joseph Ratzinger – Pope Benedict XVI. Read how the Pope answers the question of what being Christian means for us in today’s world. These books are available at the Connection Point in the Rotunda. The cost is $10.50. Stop by and get your copy today. The Book Club will meet on Monday, December 10th at 7 p.m.
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Pastor Charlotte asks: Prayers of sympathy for the family of Ashley W., in her recent passing; pray for healing, strength and peace. Prayers for Michel A., who leaves November 18 for Iraq (Jim A.’s son; friend of Chris L.). Just added: Prayers of sympathy for the family of Lloyd F., in his recent passing (grandfather of Beth W.). Prayers for 13 week old Paxton A., hospitalized with pneumonia and possibly RSV (son of Nicole and Sean A.; friends of Wade and Christine B.). Prayers for Dick T., who has experienced a stroke (grandfather of Shawna R.).
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I’ll look forward to seeing many of you tonight at the Champion’s Club for the annual St. Andrew’s Dinner/Dance/Auction. I deeply appreciate the leadership Kelvin and Beth W. are giving. I’m particularly mindful of Beth this morning. As you saw in Charlotte’s notes, her grandfather has passed away—but Beth’s going to be with us tonight, giving leadership. Bless her heart.
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BRD