Wednesday December 4, 2024

Hospitalizations

Keith Gist - CHC 205

Billy Gray - UMCC 52A

Dora Manning - JHU 508

Ed Mauler - CHC 408

Thomas Minossi - Franklin Sq. 340

Greg Troup - UMPC Harrisburg 3

Recovering

James Bowers

Pastor of the Week

Pastor John C. Allen

Emmanuel Baptist Church 

760 McCool Road

Valparaiso, IN 46385

Home Folk

COD PASTOR OF THE WEEK: Pastor Todd Comstock, Sr. - Spanish Pastor
COD STAFF OF THE WEEK: Gary Clark - Custodial Supervisor
CCS STAFF OF THE WEEK: Amy White - Math Teacher
MISSIONARY OF THE WEEK: P.D. Cherian - South India
 Pray: for our many students who have lost loved ones and homes and need the 
           financial help to complete their studies. Full tuition for one student for the year is  
           $1200.
SHUT-IN OF THE WEEK: Brenda Mehdi 
COLLEGE STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Keira Holbrook - Liberty University
SERVICE PERSON OF THE WEEK: PFC Joseph Schuman - Army
BUS WORKER OF THE WEEK: Linda Bednarski - Helper; Westminster Route
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS OF THE WEEK: Judy Hannah & Kelly Gillis - Third/Fourth Grade

Upcoming Surgery

Trish Silfee - December 6

Eileen Hurley - December 17

Claudine Skidmore - December 26

Mary Bessell - December 27


Announcements

SYMPATHY: to Lynne Gephart and her family on the passing of her sister-in-law, Patricia Haviland, on Thursday, November 26. A viewing was held on Tuesday, December 3 at Bailey Funeral Home. Interment will occur at the Maryland Veterans Cemetery.

ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING: The Church’s annual business meeting will be held tonight in the auditorium, following the service

CHRISTMAS OUTREACH: Thank you to all those who took a tag from the tree.  Please make sure your wrapped gifts are dropped off at the Welcome Desk by Sunday, December 8. If you would still like to help with the cost of the Bibles and turkeys, please place your envelope designated for Christmas Outreach in the offering plate.

SOUL-WINNER’S VISITATION DINNER: Due to CCS’s Elementary Program, we will not have a dinner on Thursday, December 5. However, regular visitation will still occur at 6:30 p.m., if you would like to go.


Upcoming Events

Sunday School

Date
Dec 15
Time
9:45 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have Sunday School for all ages and interests. Classes begin at 9:45 a.m. If you have questions, please stop by the Welcome Center or call the Church office at 410-876-3838, ext. 303.

Good Shepherd Class Events

Date
Dec 15
Time
10:00 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Good Shepherd Class hosts various events throughout the year, during their regular Class time.

Sunday Worship

Date
Dec 15
Time
10:45 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have two Sunday Worship Services - one at 10:45 a.m. and one at 6:00 p.m. The "message" is different for each service, and all are invited. Stop by the Welcome Center if you have questions or need assistance or call the Church office at 410) 876-3838, ext. 303.

Christmas Cantata

Date
Dec 15
Time
6:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
You are invited to join us as we celebrate the wondrous birth of our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ.

Sunday Worship

Date
Dec 15
Time
6:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
We have two Sunday Worship Services - one at 10:45 a.m. and one at 6:00 p.m. The "message" is different for each service, and all are invited. Stop by the Welcome Center if you have questions or need assistance or call the Church office at 410) 876-3838, ext. 303.

Royal Blue Class - Senior Adult Visitation & Soul Winning

Date
Dec 16
Time
10:00 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Join the Royal Blue Class members as we visit shut-ins and encourage those who are hurting!

Divorce Care

Date
Dec 17
Time
6:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Divorce Care is a 13-week Bible-based video/discussion series to help those who are navigating separation or divorce.

Spanish Ministry Activities

Date
Dec 18
Time
5:30 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Spanish Ministry at Church of the Open Door hosts activities throughout the year. All are invited!

Master Clubs

Date
Dec 18
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Children 4yrs thru Grade 6th are invited to take part in Master Clubs, which meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. during the regular school year. During the summer months another program, Dynamite Club, happens at the same time.

Spanish Ministry Activities

Date
Dec 18
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Spanish Ministry at Church of the Open Door hosts activities throughout the year. All are invited!

Teen Impact

Date
Dec 18
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Teens - 7th grade thru 12 grade are invited to take part in Teen Impact, which takes place every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., in Baker Auditorium. All are welcome for a great time of worship and Bible study.

Wednesday Bible Study

Date
Dec 18
Time
7:00 PM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
Church of the Open Door offers Bible Study for all ages.

Deaf Ministry Events

Date
Dec 21
Time
10:00 AM
Location
All Campuses
Summary
The Deaf Minsitry holds various events throughout the year.