E-Newsletter
Friday, December 22, 2006
Merry Christmas!
“But after he considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.“ Matthew 1:20-21
Announcements
Reminder!
Our children’s choir (Faith Village Chorale) will rehearse their Christmas Pageant tomorrow (Saturday) morning from 10:00am to 11:30am.
See you all then!
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Christmas at Greenwich
One Morning Worship Service on Dec. 24
On Sunday, December 24, we will hold one combined worship service in the morning at 10 am. (Our traditional 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 services will resume on December 31.) Join us as we gather for a service of communion, hymns and praise.
Christmas Eve Services
You are cordially invited to attend one of our Christmas Eve services, Sunday, December 24, 2006.
5:30 p.m.- This worship service is oriented for families with younger children, as we enjoy this year’s Christmas Pageant presented by the Faith Village Chorale. Nursery will be provided. As part of the Children's program, we are having a birthday party for baby Jesus immediately following this service. Any donations of baby gifts brought will be given to CareNet.
7:30 p.m.- This is a traditional worship service and the Chancel Choir will be singing. Nursery will be provided.
11:00 p.m.- This is a service of Christmas carols, candlelight and communion.
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Parenting by the Book
(of Proverbs that is!)
Have you taught your children the Three R’s yet?
Not reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic…the Three R’s of being Respectful, Responsible, and Resourceful!
This five-week class is intended for parents, grandparents, and parents-to-be who want practical, godly wisdom on raising Three R’s children. Believing the Book of Proverbs to be God’s “handbook” for raising wise children, the class will explore several foundational proverbs that all parents need to know and children need to learn!
Wednesday evenings, 6:00 – 7:00pm
January 17 – February 14, 2007
Fellowship Hall
On January 17th, a light dinner (freewill offering) will be served at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, followed by a time of study beginning at 6:00 p.m. We will have a separate study of the Proverbs for elementary aged children. Childcare will be provided for children ages infant – preschool. Registration is requested. Place registration in offering plate- Thank you!
Questions? Contact Joy Yates at joyyates@greenwichpres.org
or 703-754-7933
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Please indicate the following so we can plan accordingly:
Name _______________________________________________
Phone Number ______________________________________
Number of adults attending the class _____
Number of elementary children attending the class ____
Number of children needing childcare ____
How many will be joining us for dinner on Jan. 17th?
Children ____ Adults____
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Pre-order your copy today!
The cost is $15.00. You can leave the form with a check payable to Greenwich Presbyterian Church (designate “cookbook” in the memo line) in the collection plate, or turn it into the office.
Makes for a GREAT Christmas gift! We have gift cards available to let the recipient know it’s coming.
Name: ____________________________________
_____ Yes, I would like a gift card.
_____ No, I don’t need a gift card.
Cookbooks will be printed and delivered by Spring 2007.
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December Mission Collection
(in place of monthly food collection)
December 24
We will be collecting items for
CARE 
NET
Items needed most are:
Diapers, sizes 1 – 3
Formula, all types
Infant clothes, up to size 12 months
Crib sheets
Other items needed:
New or Gently used
strollers, cribs, pack’n’play
New or gently used Maternity Clothes
All sizes, especially clothes
a teen or college student would wear
There will be a box under the Christmas Tree
in the Fellowship Hall for your gifts
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Opportunities for Study, Service and Fellowship
Birthday Party for Jesus — Please join us in Fellowship Hall after the 5:30pm service this Sunday as we celebrate the birthday of Christ. You can bring donations of baby gifts, i.e., clothing, diapers, etc. These will be given to CareNet.
Senior High Youth — Merry Christmas Senior Highs! There is a present for you in your Sunday School classroom.
Quilting — Join us at the church on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 9:30am to 12:00pm to sit and sew or learn the basics of quilt making. Contact Lisa House at bikelshouse@aol.com or 703.594.2308 for more information.
Circle 5 — We have a new circle! We’ll meet the first Saturday of every month at 9:30am in the library. Come join us as we study: Becoming a Woman of Prayer. Questions? Please call Leslie McMillan at 703.754.1913.
Youth Bible Study — Our Thursday night bible study will be on vacation for the next week. We’ll start up again on January 4th.
Volunteer Opportunity — Our rain gutters need cleaning! If you have 3-4 hours available to help clean the rain gutters on our sanctuary, social hall, and Sunday school building, please contact Mike Simms at 703.887.8658 or ecdm44@msn.com or Paula Cooper at 571.248.4268 or pcooper@greenwichpres.org.
Greenwich Note Cards — Time is running short! Need a last minute gift or stocking stuffer? Come see the beautiful new note cards being sold by the Greenwich Presbyterian Women to benefit their Missions! There are 12 in a packet and cost $10 (black and white) or $15 (color). The cards are in Fellowship Hall. Checks should be made payable to “GPW.”
Greenwich Cookbook — Preorder your 2007 cookbook today! The cost is $15.00. Make checks payable to “Greenwich Presbyterian Church” and designate “cookbook” in the memo. We have gift cards available for your pre-order purchase!
Year End Contribution — Please note that we are requesting your final 2006 contributions be in the office by Sunday, December 31, 2006. Contributions received after December 31 will be posted to the 2007 budget. Thank you!
Prayer Chain —We have a new email address for prayer chain requests. If you have a prayer request for our prayer team, please email prayers@greenwichpres.org
Junior Church — Parents, Jr. Church is on hiatus, so that families can share the advent season together. Jr. Church starts up again on January 7th, and will now be a program for children in grades K-2. Children in grades 3-5 can now participate in worship with their families. Please contact Joy Yates at joyyates@greenwichpres.org for ways your child can help out during the 11:00 service.
Special Thanks! — To the Chancel Choir soloists and accompanists for leading the congregation in a wonderful worship experience last Sunday.
Merry Christmas and Thank You! — The staff of Greenwich Church would like to thank each and every one of you for making our work here at the church so enjoyable. It is truly an honor to be able to serve the members and friends of Greenwich. May you all have a blessed new year!
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“And there were shepherds living out in the field nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:8-11
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