Continue praying for Ken and Linda Lauderdale. Ken is now in hospice care at home. Please pray for his comfort and for Linda and the family to be comforted during this very difficult time. Cards can be sent to them at 75 Old Edwards Road, Arnoldsville, GA 30619.
Also, keep Tammy Pope in your prayers. She is still in ICU. They were able to get her out of atrial flutter, but she is in a-fib. She is having an electrical cardioversion procedure this morning. She would appreciate prayers that the procedure works and she can go home soon.
FAMILY PROMISE OPPORTUNITIES NEXT WEEK
Howdy, brothers and sisters! We have our last opportunity in 2023 to help three currently unhoused families in our community through Family Promise of Athens. We’ve been asked to help beginning Sunday, December 24 beginning at 5:00 PM (Christmas Eve) and going through Sunday, December 31 at 5:00PM (New Year’s Eve). There are opportunities to serve as simple as just spending the night or just being there during the day on Saturday or Sunday. Please visit the Signup Genius to see ways to help. Rachele and I need extra help beginning on the 28th because we will be at Camp for a teen retreat. Please also do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. Thank you SO much for your desire to partner with God in loving Him and our neighbors!
Steve Gibson
stevenrachele@gmail.com
706-351-3092
Women’s Advent Series
Join us as we set our intentions during this season of anticipation and preparation, known as Advent on the liturgical calendar. Many of us have recognized the need for a strategy to navigate this busy season and to fight the drift we can feel spiritually and emotionally. We will gather virtually weekly on zoom to discuss the topics listed below, to better accommodate schedules and obligations.
Week 4: December 23 – Love and Gratitude – how a consistent practice of gratitude for the simple things of life can create space for loving connections
Sign Up: Fill out this short form
Or Contact: Rachele Gibson 706-621-9894 or Seyoung Holte 706-559-7585
24 – Family Friendly Congregational Devotional @ 10:30 AM
(no children’s classes)
27 – NO Midweek
31 – House Church Worship Services
Our very own Adam Ghafourian was highlighted in the latest UGA Today online newspaper!
Check it out by clicking on the picture below.
From Craig Robertson: I am looking for a place to live as I have to leave my current place by New Year’s Day. I am wondering if anyone has a room to rent, apartment or some other arrangement I could use. Thank you.
Between now and the end of the year, we are seeking volunteers to serve as Ushers for 2024. You can sign up for a month, or specific Sundays over the coming year. Three people are needed for each service. This is a great way to serve our family. You will need to arrive by 10:15 on the Sundays you serve. There will be a sign-up table in the foyer each Sunday in December. If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to Mike Rose. Thank you for your willingness to serve.
Mark Your Calendars!
Click here for food sign up!
The Theme for 2024: Rooted!
Our Theme Scripture is
Colossians 2:6-7
So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.
Monthly Midweek Schedule for 2024
1st Wednesday – Women’s Midweek
2nd Wednesday – Meet in House Churches
3rd Wednesday – Men’s Midweek
4th Wednesday – Congregational Midweek
5th Wednesday – Hospitality Night
Note: ALL MIDWEEKS AT THE BUILDING WILL START AT 7:30PM IN 2024!
Cash or checks made out to Elliott Hood are also acceptable forms of payment.
🌿 Athens Church of Christ presents our 2024 marriage retreat: “Rooted in Oneness”
Embark on a transformative journey inspired by the wisdom of “Learning to Live as One” at our upcoming Marriage Retreat.
📅 Date: February 16-18
💵 Cost: $328 – $398 depending on room chosen
⏰ Time: Check-in starts at 4pm Friday
📍 Venue: The Dillard House
768 Franklin Street
Dillard GA, 30537
Cost includes: 2 night stay, Friday night fire pit, band/dance party Saturday night, breakfast on Sunday, and two “Learning to Live as One” workbooks.
This retreat is more than an event; it’s an opportunity to explore and deepen your connection with your spouse. Learn from the wisdom of “Learning to Live as One” and weave the principles of oneness into your marriage.
Register: https://www.athenscoc.com/give/
Click on GIVE NOW.
Choose your room from the drop down menu.
Questions? Contact Tara Buehler.
tbuehler55@gmail.com
(770) 877-0476
Sites and dates for the 2024 Hope Worldwide Volunteer Corps and Community Service Brigades have been announced! Click on the links below for more information:
Volunteer Corps
Community Service Brigades
Check out the latest news for Hope Worldwide here:
https://www.hopeww.org/
December 19, 2023 
