CHURCH-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
THIS WEEK’S SERVICE (December 3, 2023)
This Sunday, Lead Pastor Lamar’s message will be “Mary’s Carol” (Luke 1:46-55). This week’s songs will be God So Loved by Andrew Bergthold, Ed Cash, Franni Cash, Martin Cash, & Scott Cash; arr. by Brant Wall; orch. by Dan Galbraith, Christmas Day by Martin Cash, Franni Cash, Andrew Bergthold, Scott Cash, & Ed Cash; arr. by Bradley Knight, Joy to the World by Isaac Watts & George Frederick Handel; arr. by Bradley Knight, Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus Traditional hymn; arr. by Keith Getty, and King of Kings by Brooke Ligertwood, Scott Ligertwood, and Jason Ingram; arr. by Travis Cottrell.
The Miracle of Christmas December 8 and 9
As you’re making plans for your holiday season, make sure to save the date for “The Miracle of Christmas” featuring our Worship Choir, Orchestra and Kids Choir, on December 8 and 9 at 6:30pm. The 7th Annual Nativity Gallery will be on display in the Fellowship Mall before and after our Christmas performances. This display will open at 6pm, and refreshments will be provided! For more information, go to hoffmantownchurch.org/events.
Nativity Gallery
The 7th Annual Nativity Gallery will be on display in the Fellowship Mall before and after our Christmas performances December 8 and 9. Please bring your favorite nativity set and come take a look, as we remember with awe and wonder our Lord coming to earth. This display will open at 6pm, and refreshments will be provided! If you would like to submit a nativity set for display, please bring your set on Thursday, December 7, 1-4pm, or Friday, December 8, 10am-1pm, to the Fellowship Mall. We will provide “provenance forms” so you can write a short background about your set. Contact equip@hoffmantown.org.
Christmas Eve Service, December 24 at 4pm
Join us on December 24 as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior in song and worship! We are offering a Sunday Morning Service at 10am and a Candlelight Service in the evening at 4pm. Or join us via Live Stream at hoffmantown.online. Please note, there is no childcare for either service. We look forward to seeing you there!
Hoffmantown Church Full-Time Position Available
Hoffmantown Church has a full-time position available. Applicant should be an active member of Hoffmantown Church, sense a calling to Christian service and be able to work in various contexts.
Kids Ministry Administrative Assistant Are you passionate about making a lifelong impact on children’s lives? Do you have strong organizational skills and a heart for serving others? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Full-Time Kids Ministry Administrative Assistant! This position is a direct report and support of the Kids Director and works hard alongside the Kids Ministry team to make each event, meeting, and task successful. If you’re ready to be a difference-maker, fill out an application form, and submit a resume to Caitlin Craft at CaitlinC@hoffmantown.org.
Applications are available at the Reception Desk Monday through Friday, or you can download an application from hoffmantownchurch.org/employment/. Please return completed applications to the receptionist.
ADULT FAMILY MINISTRIES
Save the Date: Wills and Trusts Seminar January 14, 2024
Join us for a free Wills and Trusts seminar conducted by Dr. Frank Harber on January 14, 2024 from 12:30-2:30pm in room B209. Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration will be available SOON!
New Equipping Classes Beginning January 9, 2024
Our Winter 2024 Equipping Classes will be starting January 9, 2024. Visit hoffmantownchurch.org/equipping-classes/ for a complete list of classes. Please join us.
MISSIONS
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering/Week of Prayer
In addition to the Christmas offering, this coming week is the Lottie Moon Week of Prayer. It’s a specialized week to help kick off the offering, and emphasizes prayer for the international missionaries IMB supports. We encourage all of you to join in! The prayer prompts can be found at imb.org/pray/week-of-prayer/.
KIDS MINISTRY
Follow Us!
Are you on Facebook or Instagram? Follow Hoffmantown Kids Ministry on social media to stay up to date will all events, information, and fun!
Invite others to follow us as well – the more the merrier!
AWANA
AWANA is looking for some awesome adults who would be willing to invest in the next
generation. We are looking for 5 adults to step up and serve in a great and rewarding way. Come help kids memorize God’s Word, tell them about a God that loves them, and help them to grow in their walk with the Lord. Reach out to staciem@hoffmantown.org for more info.
Upcoming Important Dates:
Wednesdays: AWANA (6:30-8:15pm)–Register online at hoffmantownchurch.org/awana.
Kids ages 2 thru 8th grade welcome.
December 1: Parents Night Out
CHURCH COUNCIL
churchcouncil@hoffmantown.org
Current Members:
Elders: Gerald Farley and Merv Jersak
Pastors: Lamar Morin and Gregory Elder
Deacons: Stacy Fugate and John Stockton
Operations: Sam Mouck
At Large Members: Nathan Brannon, Jeff McElwain, Stacey Lake, Dave Pitcher, Jerri Rose, and Linda Rupp
HAVE A SPIRITUAL QUESTION?
Call 505-321-9570