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Contact: Nicole • [email protected] To see a full listing of volunteer opportunities, visit southwoodlutheran.org/give-back/mission
402.423.5511 southwoodlutheran.org
Address: 4301 Wilderness Hills Blvd., Lincoln, NE 68516
December 2, 2018
Finding Joy in a Child’s Eyesby Deb Raatz, Children & Families Coordinator
What joy it is to celebrate Christmas with the curiosity
and sheer delight of the children here at Southwood! Every year we bring out the Little Tykes Manger scenes, act out the Christmas Story with precious children in costumes and light the Advent Wreath in anticipation of welcoming the Christ Child on Christmas day. We only have a short time to share one of the most important stories of the Bible so we are very mindful of the activities that we have planned.
Sunday School ` Nativity Scene and Projects
will be created throughout December to celebrate the season. Make sure to return each week during this season of Advent!
` Younger students will start creating their own Nativity Scene.
` Older students will be making meaningful projects.
` Pop-Up Window Advent Calendars will be handed out to each student. Each day reveals a surprising message and an image that as the days pass, an entire scene will be lifted up to enjoy God’s gift of His Son, Jesus.
Family Advent Festival TODAY • 2–5pmThis is a free event that draws families in to glorify the Christ Child by singing Christmas carols with our VBS friend, Mike Mennard, decorating sugar cookies, creating fun crafts (some samples below) and witnessing the Christmas Story through our favorite puppet’s eyes, Luther. All are invited to join us for a joy-filled afternoon!
Serve at the Neighborhood Food DistributionTuesday, December 4 • 2:45–5pmHelp hand out food to over 400 people in our community. All volunteers need to be at least 10 years old. Sign up at Southwood Central or at southwoodlutheran.ivolunteer.com
Spirit of GivingTuesday, December 11• 4:45pm An evening to support families grieving a significant loss. See the ways you can help at Southwood Central Kiosk or at southwoodlutheran.ivolunteer.com**Volunteers must be at least 19 years old.
June 2019 Honduras Interest MeetingMonday, December 3• 7pm in the Youth Room
` Trip dates: June 1–7 ` Dental Mission Trip ` Contact Malissa Pauling • [email protected]
Giving TreesDid you grab a tag from the giving trees in the past couple weeks? If so, please bring those gifts to the church TODAY so we can distribute them to the appropriate mission partners. Please return gifts unwrapped and attach the original tree tag.
NOTE: The church will be open until 5pm since the Advent Festival will be going on!
Family Advent FestivalTODAY • 2–5pm
Come and begin your preparation for the celebration of Jesus’ birth at Southwood’s annual Advent Craft Festival. Bring your family, invite your friends, stop in for a short time or spend the afternoon creating small
treasures that remind us of Christmas and Jesus’ birth.
Christmas Eve Services Monday, December 24
2 & 4 pm Festival Christmas Service
7 & 9 pm Festival Christmas Service with Holy Communion
Invite family and friends to worship with you this Christmas Eve as we celebrate Christ’s birth. Sing traditional Christmas carols with the congregation and hear instrumental and special music.
Christmas Day Service Tuesday, December 25 • 10am Worship on Christmas Day is a Festival Communion Service.
Interested in Traveling to Tanzania? ` Trip dates: June 24–July 7, approximate cost: $4,000 ` This team will worship with our sister church, visit scholarship
students, tour a local hospital and orphanage, plus go on a safari to the Serengeti!
` For more information contact Scott Koehn • [email protected] ` Financial Aid is available for 1st time trip participants who are
members of Southwood.
Family Advent FestivalTODAY • 2–5pm
Come and begin your preparation for the celebration of Jesus’ birth at Southwood’s annual Advent Craft Festival. Bring your family, invite your friends, stop in for a short time or spend the afternoon creating small
treasures that remind us of Christmas and Jesus’ birth.
F Street Rec CenterSaturday, December 15 • 12:15–1:30pmHelp serve a meal to children and youth at the F Street Rec Center. A great family activity! Sign up at Southwood Central or online at southwoodlutheran.ivolunteer.com
Christmas Mixed ChoirAll singers invited to sing on December 23. Rehearsals: Wednesday, December 5 & 12 at 7:30pm Wednesday, December 19 at 6:00pm
Contact: Denise Makinson at [email protected].
Contact: Pam Dinneen • [email protected]
Healing Prayer Service Wednesday, December 19 • 7:30pm
Attend this special service and experience the comfort of music, prayer, reflection and hope. Come to offer prayers for yourself or loved ones unable to attend and feel the healing power of prayer.
Prayer Team Serve through your prayers!Be a vital part of Southwood’s Care Ministry and serve through your prayers. Complete the training at home and become part of this meaningful ministry. Contact Britni at [email protected] for a training packet.
Ongoing Care Ministries Held in the Group Room next to the Nursery
` Prayer Shawl Ministry—Dec. 5 & 19 • 6:30pm | Dec. 13 • 10am ` Renewed Hope—Dec. 16 • 11am ` Prayer Shawl Blessing—Dec. 19 • 6:30pm
Contact: Jo Sheets • [email protected]
Visit southwoodlutheran.org for a complete listing of events and registrations.
Contact: Faye Koehn • [email protected]
Contact: Drew Jagadich • [email protected]
DELVE ` 6th & 7th Grade DELVE today (8:30, 9:45, & 11am) we have our
second intergenerational study with the 3rd–5th grade Sunday School students! Next week is Parents Day!
` 8th Grade DELVE Wednesday, December 5 (6:15–7:45pm). We will continue the series on Baptized, We Live!
High School Youth Group ` tonight 6–8pm Evening Worship.
Dinner starts at 6pm. Bring a friend.
Life & LattesTuesday, December 4 • 2:30–5pm we will meet at the Harbor (near Cotner Blvd. and A St.). Bring your homework and we will provide the coffee and food.
Southwood Seniors: Christmas Sing-a-long Wednesday, December 12 12–1pm in the Fellowship Hall
` Lunch: Beef Brisket, bring Christmas goodies to share
` Program: Singing familiar carols not only helps us get into the Christmas spirit, it brings back wonderful memories. A joy-filled celebration of Christmas goodies and fellowship!
Register at southwoodlutheran.org/events
Southwood Singles: ` Joint Christmas Party with First Plymouth Singles
Sunday, December 9•5pm
Join the First Plymouth Singles for their annual Christmas Party. 5:00pm Doors open and social5:30pm Dinner from Famous Dave’s Bar-B-Que6:15pm Entertainment Register by December 6—mail or drop off a check to Addie at First Plymouth (2000 D St, Lincoln, NE 68502). Cost $12/person.
` Dinner, Movie and Games Sunday, December 16•5–8pm • in the Fellowship Hall5:00pm Pot Luck Dinner: Bring your favorite dish to share5:45pm Movie: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever6:45pm Board/Card GamesRegister at southwoodlutheran.org/events
Sunday School Mission Offering UpdateBuilding a Foundation for EducationOur Sunday School students are making a BIG difference in the lives of five students in Honduras and Tanzania. They are using their offering money (September–December) to provide high school scholarships.
In Honduras and Tanzania, not all children have the opportunity to go to school due to extreme poverty and life situations. Education opens many doors for students giving them hope for a brighter future, possible internship and college opportunities, and a better life for their families.
Current offerings: $3,400. Goal: $5,000.
Help the Sunday School reach their goal of providing five scholarships. Give a gift by putting “Sunday School” on the memo of your check.
Family Stress Busters for the Holidays—Part 1Christmas is supposed to be ‘the most wonderful time of the year.’ However, for many it is a time when the busyness ends up making it a stressful time of the year as well. Try the following tips:
f Perform acts of kindness—As a family, choose a way to do something for others—adopt a family in need, ring bells together, find a way to focus on the needs of others.
f Cultivate a sense of humor—Laughter can reduce stress and boost our immune system. Keep everyone in your house healthy by making things fun and enjoyable.
f Set realistic expectations—As a family, choose what is most important and cut out some things. Then, enjoy your time together.
Source: CareNotes—Coping with Holiday Stress by Therese J. Borchard
3 Tips for Caring Everyday
