North River (320 Austin Ave Marietta GA 30060)
All info at https://nrcoc.org/events/all-atlanta-worship-night

 Did you hear the news? Mr. Sonny is writing a book about Camp Swamp! He is asking for input from former campers, counselors, teen workers, kitchen workers, nurses…ANYONE who has ever been to Camp Swamp. Responses should be sent in by this weekend if you can, please. Click here for more details: Camp Swamp Blog

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Thanksgiving week is almost here! It is such a wonderful time to slow down and spend some time thanking God for how He has blessed us! I found this fun family activity that you can do to help your children focus on being grateful no matter what their age. It comes from Activity #3 on this site:
Gratitude Lessons for Children
The lesson in the Children’s Ministry class this coming Sunday will be from Activity #1. Be on the lookout Sunday for those M&M’s to come home! It’s a yummy way to focus on being grateful! 

Gratitude Hunt
What you need:
A scavenger hunt list (Use the one below or make up your own.)

Instructions: Dedicate a length of time in your day to get out and about in your home and neighborhood. As you are exploring, take your scavenger hunt list with you and check the items you find off your list. Talk about why each item is so special and how blessed you are to have it in your lives. Give your children new ways to thank God for these blessings and encourage them to give the same sorts of blessings to others.

Find something you’re thankful for that…

*You enjoy looking at
*Is useful
*Is your favorite color
*You know someone else will enjoy
*Makes you happy
*Tastes good
*Smells amazing
*Makes you feel safe
*Makes a beautiful sound
*Is unexpected
*Is unique to you
*Makes you laugh
*You love doing
*Reminds you of a good time
*Was a gift from someone else

19 – Congregational Worship Service
22 – Thanksgiving Week – No Midweek
26 – House Church Worship Services
29 – Hospitality Night

3 – Congregational Worship Service
6 – Women’s Midweek: “Transformed by the Renewing of Your Mind”
10 – Congregational Worship Service
13 – Men’s Midweek
17 – Congregational Worship Service
20 – Congregational Midweek
24 – Family Friendly Congregational Devotional
(no children’s classes)
27 – Christmas Week – No Midweek
31 – House Church Worship Services

Special Women’s Connection Event
Christmas Women’s Event: A Celebration of Joy, Connection, and Sisterhood
Saturday, December 9 @ 9AM-12 Noon at the church building
This special gathering is designed to create memories, fostering a sense of community and celebrating the bonds that make this season truly magical.
This women’s event is crafted to be an enduring experience, weaving together the elements of joy, friendship, and celebration. Come, be a part of a day that will fill your hearts with the warmth of the season. Mark your calendars for this occasion, and let’s make this Christmas Women’s Event a celebration to remember.

 There are now only two open spots available for Financial Peace. Please contact Reese Fick @ 770-880-3953  if you are interested. $55/person with the church discount. This is a great opportunity to learn how to change your concept of money so you can live like no one else and give like no one else, freeing yourself from bad debt and setting a good example for future generations.

Mark your calendars for the Marriage Retreat coming February 16-18, 2024!
More details coming soon…

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/