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Community of ChristChurch
Faith News Update for December 3, 2020 |
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Online Interactive Worship with
Holy Communion
Second Sunday in Advent
Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 9:30am
You are invited to have your advent wreath,
or simply a single candle, nearby to light during
the advent candle liturgy this Sunday.
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Online Worship Logistics:
- The online doors to our Zoom worship will open at 9:00am.
- From 9am to 9:30am, the worship space will be open for folks to gather and get settled in. Our worship service will begin at 9:30am.
- Holy Communion is part of our online worship. We encourage you to prepare by putting together your own communion set from whatever you have handy in your kitchens and pantries. Please have these items nearby when you join us online.
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Joining by phone:
If you are not able to join worship via your personal computer, tablet or
smartphone you are welcome to join using your phone.
- Call this number: 1-669-900-6833
- Use the meeting ID: 669 927 281
- Enter password 080114
You will find yourself in our Zoom worship space.
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New Announcements & Reminders: |
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TEXTtalks: New Year Gospel Edition – Thursday, December 17th, 7-8:30pm
Are you interested in getting a head start on engaging with the scripture texts that form the basis for preaching each Sunday morning in worship?
Join us on Thursday, December 17th, at 7pm, for the next edition of TEXTtalks… a monthly conversation on the texts we hear in worship. Join me and others as we read through the upcoming Bible stories and ask ourselves… what do we notice? what do we wonder about?
In this upcoming session we will discuss the following stories for the month of January, all from the Gospel of Luke:
Luke 2:41-52 In My Abba’s House Jan 3
Luke 3:1-22 Make Ready the Way Jan 10
Luke 4:14-30 Good News to the Poor – Remix! Jan 17
Luke 5:1-11 Don’t Be Afraid Jan 24
Luke 6:1-16 Poking the Bear! Jan 31
I look forward to this opportunity to engage with God’s word in community.
I invite you to read these texts ahead of time and come ready to join the discussion.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88456309441?pwd=Qm85dzZpamw0eGY2RkJOMnlUSWIyQT09
Peace,
Pastor David
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Thursday, December 24th @4:30pm
Christmas Eve Worship
Good news of a great joy to be shared by the whole people
Luke 2:1-20
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Online gatherings open to all:
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No Saturday morning crafters meetings due to Advent Breakfast 12/5
and Cookie Making Extravaganza 12/12 |
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Reconciling in Christ Team
Online Meeting
TODAY, December 3, 2020
6:30pm
Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/571159077?pwd=Z1ZuM09hdXR0dTlqaXl3bWR5TlFwdz09
Meeting ID: 571 159 077
Password: 041672
Reconciling in Christ is a program for Lutheran congregations who want to publicly welcome people of all sexual orientations, gender identity, and gender expression into their communities.
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Please join Community of ChristChurch for our annual Advent Breakfast this Saturday, December 5th. Please RSVP ASAP so the team can plan accordingly! RSVP here
What to expect on Saturday at 10am:
We will have an advent devotion that goes along with the advent wreath assembly, carol
trivia and sing Karaoke carols.
Please come prepared for the fun by bringing:
Use this Zoom link for Saturday (12/5) morning:
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Sacred Circle
Upcoming online meeting:
Monday, December 7th
7pm - 8pm
https://zoom.us/j/96275146119?pwd=NTVVVnNrZzVqYnlRRE9FdXY0QURqUT09
Meeting ID: 962 7514 6119,
Passcode: 485512
What is Sacred Circle?
Sacred Circle is a Community Action and Community Service network of interfaith people who are committed to following the words of Jesus.
What does Sacred Circle do?
We research articles, legislative bills, commentary, and news reports on current events to identify those areas where we might testify, write letters, make phone calls, and other actions that may lead to social justice for all people.
All are welcome! Both within our church community and our friends, neighbors, relatives, and any denomination
Interested in joining or learning more?
Email Violet Thetford
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Cookie Making Extravaganza -
hosted by Sacred Circle program
Sacred Circle is also committed to helping our own community stay connected in small but meaningful ways.
We are hosting a Cookie Making Extravaganza on Saturday, December 12 from 10:00am - 1:00pm, or for however long you want to come.
Find a safe place to put your laptop, tablet, or phone in your kitchen and join your friends on Zoom for some laughs and seasonal goodwill.
You don’t have to make cookies, you can just come to visit. Please extend our invitation to friends and neighbors (even those far away).
Use this Zoom link for 12/12 at 10am
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The WestSide Queer Resource Center Silly Sock Exchange
Help us spread some Holiday cheer with a silly holiday sock exchange! Donate socks, and sign up to receive a pair! All extra socks will be donated to HomePlate.
To Donate Socks:
Mail or drop off socks to either of the following addresses:
5870 SW 167th Ave Beaverton, OR 97007
or
3211 NE Crimson Pl Hillsboro, OR 97124
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ChristChurch Classified page submissions:
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These classifieds are designed to be a helpful resource for those within the ChristChurch community. We accept a variety of postings. Full details are here.
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Explore Your Relationship with Food
Are you curious about your relationship with food? Or wonder what I’m even talking about when I say that? Do you know what you’re “supposed” to eat but find yourself more attracted to what you’re not “supposed” to eat? Then this class is for you! Eating, and feeding our bodies isn’t just about food – it’s about so much more! Taste, emotions, memories, experiences, beliefs, rituals, traditions, and more! No wonder it can be so hard to just simply eat!
In this class we’ll explore your personal relationship with food and how that impacts how and what you eat. This class will be interactive, so come with an open mind, ready to explore new ideas and possibilities. Class will be held online via zoom.
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Q&A with a Nutritionist - FREE!
I know you have burning nutrition questions - so let's chat! It's way more fun to talk to me vs seeing what google has to say about your questions �� And the best part is you get to talk to me for FREE! This is your chance to meet me and ask your questions about nutrition, food relationship, and/or body image. Is the newest nutrition craze really good for you? Is BMI a good indicator of health? What can you eat to support your immune system? Whatever your question is, let's talk and find out! This class is held monthly on the first Friday of every month and is completely FREE! Next class is Friday, December 4th at 12pm PST. Register to get the zoom link to join! |
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Community of ChristChurch
This is Christ's church. There is a place for you here.
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Mailing address:
Community of ChristChurch
3300 NW 185th Ave #224
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 617-9526
www.comchristchurch.org
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Online Office Information
As of August 2020, Community of ChristChurch operates as an online office with staff working remotely.
Currently, all gatherings are online, using Zoom.
Staff contact information:
Pastor David Eppelsheimer
pastordavid@comchristchurch.org
Administrative & Communications Coordinator
Rachael Jans admin@comchristchurch.org
Prayer Requests
admin@comchristchurch.org
Electronic Giving
Since we can't pass our offering basket during online worship, we encourage you to automate your giving. Online giving reduces staff and volunteer processing time. Electronic giving also offers an easy way to give on a recurring basis.
THANK YOU to everyone that has signed up!
Go to https://app.easytithe.com/App/Giving/comchristchurch and select the checkbox ‘Make this gift recurring’.
You will be walked through the steps for setting
up an account with Easy Tithe.
Submissions for Faith News:
Do you have an article or piece of news to
share with the congregation?
Email your submission for Faith News by 2pm on Wednesday via email.
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