Weekly News from WCUMC-12/07/2014

2014 Advent Sermon Series

“God’s Dangerous Mission”

John 3:16-19, 36

John 3:16-19, 36 God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him won’t perish but will have eternal life. God didn’t send his Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through him. Whoever believes in him isn’t judged; whoever doesn’t believe in him is already judged, because they don’t believe in the name of God’s only Son.

“This is the basis for judgment: The light came into the world, and people loved darkness more than the light, for their actions are evil… …36 Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life. Whoever doesn’t believe in the Son won’t see life, but the angry judgment of God remains on them.” Have you ever thought about the “Dangerous Nature” of God? “He gave his only Son” Oftentimes God calls His people into roles they had never imagined, challenges they resisted, and dangerous territories they had not anticipated.

Abraham was called to leave his country, people, and his father’s household… (Genesis 12)

Moses was called to bring the Israelites out of Egypt… and responded “Who am I?” (Exodus 3:10-11)

Jonah was called to go to Nineveh, but resisted doing so (Jonah 1)

Recall the times you’ve been “called by God”. How have you responded? Jesus found Himself in the midst of God’s perfect will with a dangerous mission to accomplish.

Christ continues to make advances for the Kingdom and to call us into battle with Him. We just need to remember that the victory has already been won!

God calls us into unknown territory and into challenging situations… near and far. But He equips us through the Holy Spirit to be witnesses to the ends of the earth. (Acts 1)

Walking with Jesus is always “dangerous” because He has big things in mind for us… things that are more than we ever dreamed of or expected.

For Personal or Group Reflection 1. The birth of Jesus shook the world and the celestial realms. How does reflecting on Jesus’ “dangerous” mission impact your view of Christmas – the celebration of His birth? 2. What is your response to the “danger” of the gospel? 3. Reflect and meditate on the following scriptures this week: - Matthew 10:34-36 - Ephesians 6:10-12 - John 17:14-19 Next week’s message - “God is Jealous”, Luke 10:27 Pastor Rick Vinther preaching

THIS WEEK AT WCUMC

Sunday - 12/07

Staff Parish Relations, 6:00 PM, Room 10

Church Charge Conference, 7:00 PM

Monday - 12/08

Tuesday - 12/09

Women's Bible Fellowship Brunch, 9:00 AM.CH

Men's Bible Study, 9:45 AM, Room 10

Sewing Group, 6:00 PM, Memorial Room

Ministry Steering Team, 7:00 PM, Room 10

Wednesday - 12/10

Christmas Pageant Rehearsal, 6:00 PM, Sanctuary

Youth Group, 7:00 PM, Crossfire Room

Choir Practice, 7:15 PM, Sanctuary

Thursday - 12/11

Friday - 12/12

Youth Crossfire All-Nighter

Saturday - 12/13

Sunday - 12/14

Adult Sunday School, 9:00 AM

10:30 AM Worship Service

Membership Class, 12:00 PM, Memorial Room

Join Us on Christmas Eve

Candlelight Communion Service

December 24. 7:00 PM.

Carols on Wednesday

Dec 17 at 11:30 AM

Join us as we celebrate the season with traditional carols on Wednesday, December 17 from 11:30 - 1:00 PM. If you would like to participate by playing an instrument or singing, please contact Lynette Maynard 425-788-8938. People of all ages are invited.

Christmas Cookies for Storehouse Food Bank

The Woodinville Storehouse food Bank will be providing homemade Christmas cookies to our clients for Christmas. We need the cookies by Sunday, December 14. If you would like to make cookies, contact Della at dellahaug@hotmial.com or 206-999-1753

Purchase a Poinsettia

This season, we are decorating the church altar and platform with poinsettias. Would you be willing to donate $10 to purchase a poinsettia? Checks may be made to WCUMC with the word "Poinsettia" in the memo line. You may take the poinsettia after Christmas if you like.

Operation Nightwatch

We are collecting hats, gloves, scarves and socks for men and women at Operation Nightwatch in Seattle. Please put donated items on Christmas tree. Thank you.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY

STOREHOUSE NEEDS THIS WEEK

Canned Fruit

Chili Rice-a-Roni Ravioli Spaghettios

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Prayer Chain Requests

Prayer Chain requests may be called to Barbara Clark at 425-483-3885 or the church at 425-483-5252 during office hours.

We hope to see you in church this Sunday and God Bless.

Have a great week!

This newsletter is published by Woodinville Community United Methodist Church for our members, friends and all who love Jesus. Our vision is "To Share the Transforming Love of Jesus Christ Across the Street and Around the World". If you are looking for a church home with loving, devoted followers of our Lord, Jesus Christ, we invite you to attend our Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 each Sunday. We are located at 17110 140th Ave NE, Woodinville, WA 98072. Learn more at www.wcumc.org.