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December 2017 Amarillo, TX

1105 Christmas CelebrationSunday,December17--8:30and11:00

SanctuaryBringaGuestandWearYourRedandGreenAsWe

Worshipwiththe1105BandandCelebrateChristmaswithFriends!

ChristmasEveServices11A.M.--Family/Contemporary

8P.M.--TradiPonal/Candlelight/Communion11P.M.--TradiPonal/Candlelight/Communion

Don’tMisstheMusicalPreludesfortheChristmasEveServices!KidsWillPerformthePreludeat11A.M.

NotedMusiciansWillPresentaMini-concertBeginning30MinutesBeforethe8P.M.and11P.M.Services.

December31--11A.M.OneCombinedSanctuaryService

ChildcarewillbeavailableduringSundaymorningservices.

Cherubs and Choir bring Lessons and Carols

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Praise Kidz I was directed by Linda Jean Burkman. Norman Goad directed Praise Kidz IIand the Sanctuary Choir in the performance of beautiful Christmas music during thetraditional service, December 10.

Comfy sweatshirts guaranteed to stuff a stocking

First Pres sweatshirts will be on sale for just $10 Sunday, December 17, in the Great

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Hall. Afterward, they will be available at Joyce Ladd’s office. Plenty of various sizes arestill available. They make great Christmas gifts! Get one while they last!

Church closed for holidaysMonday, December 25Tuesday, December 26Monday, January 1

Deadline to make 2017 tax-deductible giftsTo be reported on 2017 tax returns,gifts must be brought to the businessoffice by 5:00 p.m., December 29, orplaced in the offering Sunday,December 31. Offerings received bymail postmarked in December willalso be reported as 2017 giving.

NUFFs (None Under Fifty-five)will meet Thursday, January 11 inthe Parlor with social time at 10:15a.m. and the meeting at 10:30 a.m.(The program will be announcedlater.) Lunch will be served at noonfor $7 per person. Please contactMartha Ruth Moreland (353-2317) bynoon on Monday, January 9, to beadded to the fun and fellowship.

Rebuild a house --

Save March 2-4 for theWomen's RetreatYou are invited to "Come Away" toHidden Falls Ranch. "Therefore,behold I will allure her, and bring herinto the wilderness, and speaktenderly to her." (Hosea 2:14) Guestspeaker Mary Forsythe will helpattendees listen to what God will say.She is on a remarkable journey—one that has taken her from small-town beginnings to big city glamourto time in prison, from sellinglemonade in her front yard to animpressive stock portfolio by the timeshe was in her mid-twenties. Sheknows what it's like to gain materialwealth and social status—and thento lose it all. After suffering deepdisappointment and loss, Mary finallyfound everything she had beenlooking for all along. Once far fromGod and His purposes, Mary haspersonally experienced an amazingtransformation as the Holy Spiritorchestrated transformation andrestoration in her life. Her ongoingadventure with the Lord led her toestablish Kingdom Living Ministriesin 2001 to help and encourage

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and maybe a lifeJoin a short-term mission groupgoing to Houston during springbreak, March 11-17, to help familiesrebuild their homes and their lives! Anyone from middle school ageand up is welcome. Please contactKim Talley or Murray Gossett formore details – (373-4242). Cost of the trip is $370 per person.Scholarship help is available. A $100deposit is due January 15. Space islimited, so act now!

others to become all God hasdestined them to be. Mary’s book, AGlimpse of Grace, tells her story indepth. Please plan to "Come Away"and hear Mary at Hidden FallsRanch March 2-4.

Women's small group Biblestudies begin in January! Watch fora sign-up table to be open soon.Pray about leading one of thestudies and which of your friends youwill invite!

"Retiring" elders and deacons recognizedThe 2017 class of elders and deacons was recognized and honored with certificates ofappreciation at a combined elders/deacons dinner in the Parlor December 11. Currentofficers were invited as well as program staff.

Pictured above are elders whocompleted their three-year term onthe Session. They are (from left) BillHallerberg, clerk; Russell Sparling;Danny Smith; Stan Morris; and RexVermillion. Not present were BobJuba and Carol Voiles.

At left are deacons Tina Fulton andCindy Hunt. Not present were CaryBell and Kathy Taylor.

Creating a foundation of faith in families to last a lifetime.Faithweaver Now, a new curriculum for Early Childhood and Elementary children, is being

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implemented to help them create a foundation of faith that will last all their lives. Thecurriculum will take First Pres Kids through the entire Bible in three years coordinatingwith Student Ministries so that from birth to high school, students will learn the same Biblelesson and points each week. Rev. Griffin will schedule sermons from time to time toreinforce the curriculum.

Children’s Ministry leaders say Faithweaver Now will help unite families in placing Godand the study of His Word at the core of their lives in the following ways:• exploring the Bible every three years,• engaging kids through proven, Jesus-style teaching methods, and• empowering family conversation by synchronizing all ages.

Family Ministry shows volunteers appreciationThe Third Annual Volunteer Appreciation Celebration to honor Kids, Youth, and GAPMinistry volunteers was hosted by the Family Ministry Team December 6. Guests werewelcomed to the red carpet event and invited to stop in at the photo booth.

The staff honored guests with a short program after dinner and presented volunteerawards. Doyle Askew, Operations Manager, was honored as MVP for his volunteer

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unpaid work to repair and paint the walls of the Christian Education Building.

Spring Semester Classes Announced

Sunday SchoolKaleidoscopeMary & David Mullin and JayO’BrienRoom 209 Study through the gospel ofMatthew. By working through thebook a chapter a week, we find adeeper understanding of the Wordand its meaning to our daily lives. B-12 ClassCarol AllenRoom 205The Bible and 12 Steps Class(B-12)uses the Life Recovery Bible andworkbook ($5) to understand the 12Steps from a Christian perspective.Anyone who has an interest in thepractice of Christian principlesrelating to living problems iswelcome. Sermon on the Mount

Wednesday NightsCome for dinner at 5:45 p.m. $5.00per person/ $20.00 max per family.Meal reservations must be madeby noon Monday of that week bycalling the reservation line (373-4288). Home Groups First Pres is committed to helpingpeople grow in caring relationshipswith one another. One of the bestplaces for this to happen is in homeswith Bible study and sharing of ourlives together. To find a home group,contact Murray Gossett (373-4242). Book of RevelationShannon CornellParlorHave you ever wanted to know moreabout the book of Revelation? Joinus to dive deep into the mysteriesrevealed in this amazing book. Study

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Dan Carter, Orlando LopezParlorWe will spend the spring semestercontinuing our study on the Sermonon the Mount. Come join us forgreat discussion and fellowship. Women’s Bible StudySherrie LovatoRoom 207Study of the book of Revelation Men’s Bible Study –DarrellSchmidt, Skip Forsyth, MurrayGossett Pastor’s Conference Room1st floor, south end by officesHey guys, looking for a men’s smallgroup? We will have a deeperdiscussion as we study through thebook of Romans.

GAP (Grace Always Prevails)College/Young AdultsSarah & Matt Cline, Lisa & KimTalley, Cheri & Dick Doyle andBrian KelleherWestminster RoomWe have a great time of Bible studyand fellowship. Come discover howGod can use you to glorify Him. Book of RomansAnna & Will Esler, Laurie & BobbyPinkston, Tara & John Hornecker Room 304If you need a place to connect,please join us for fellowship andBible study. This spring we will bestudying Romans A&OA&O HouseWe will follow the Faithweaver Nowcurriculum that is being used by allthe student ministries departments.

the architecture and patterns withinthe text, interpret the apocalypticevents through Old Testamentshadows, and discover how it allperfectly matches the words andwarnings of Jesus himself. GAP- College/Young AdultKim TalleyParlorJoin the Revelation study describedabove. The Life You Always WantedMichael Harris, Murray GossettWilkins ParlorIs your faith more like an "insurance"policy? If it is, you're missing out onthe best part of Christianity -- God'slife-changing power! Learn fromJohn Ortberg's book, The Life YouAlways Wanted, how prayer,meditation, fasting, servant hood,confession, and other spiritualdisciplines can lead to the joyous,fulfilling life that you truly desire. Divorce Recovery for MenSenior Pastor’s Conference Room Our Secret ParadiseElisha & Bryan OliverBegins January 31Room 205Our Secret Paradise -- an 8-weekvideo series about how to create amarriage that is secure, satisfying,and passionate in the way Godintended. Kids MinistryBegins January 17On Wednesday nights, First Preskids will be engaged in our newFaithWeaver Friends program. Ourchildren will experience growing intheir relationship with God, with each

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First Pres KidsThe Early Childhood and Elementarychildren will study through the entireBible over the next three years usingthe Faithweaver Now curriculum. Aseach age level learns the same Biblepoint each week, families are unitedin placing God at the center of theirbusy lives.8:30 - 12:30 Nursery - 1st Floor(infants 6 weeks - 24 months)8:30/11:00 Preschool worship9:45 Sunday school HourEarly Childhood - 1st FloorInfants and Crawlers - NurseryPreschool (2 & early 3 year olds)Green RoomPre-K Class (3-4 year olds)Blue RoomKindergarten (5 year olds)Yellow RoomElementary - 2nd Floor9:45 Combined Gathering - Room232, then go to:1st & 2nd GradeRoom 2343rd GradeRoom 2434th - 5th GradeRoom 24511:00 Worship -- Preschool throughKindergarten

Men's Bible StudiesMonday, Tuesday, and Wednesday12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. – Call MurrayGossett (373-4242) for details.

other, and with those in need.Early Childhood - Nursery -- 6weeks-23 months2 years through K -- Children’sClassrooms, 1st floorElementary - 1st through 5th grade --Children’s Classrooms, 2nd floorYouth – A&O HouseMiddle School – 6:30 p.m.High School – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Music GroupsPraise Kidz I Children’s choirK-2nd gradeRoom 3046:15 – 7:00 p.m. Praise Kidz II Children’s choir3rd-5th grade -- Room 2096:15 – 7:00 p.m.Chancel Bells – Handbell ringersAges high school and upRoom 302 (Choir Room)6:00 – 7:00 p.m.Sanctuary ChoirSingers for 11 a.m. service andspecial worship servicesRoom 302 (Choir Room)7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Women’s Bible StudiesWeekly studies are available. Seefirstpres.com or contact Joyce Ladd(373-4242) for details.

Financial Update

Gifts & Offerings

Actual Revenue $2,154,502Annual Budget $2,393,350Current Shortage $ (237,748)

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Thank you for your commitment and generosity.Contact the Finance Committee, an Elder, or the

Business office (373-4242 or [email protected])with any questions.

Text to GiveIf you'd like to give to the Operating Budget using our Text to Give feature, you can followthese steps:1. Text the amount you would like to give to 806-208-4288 (whole dollar amounts only).2. If this is your first time using the feature, you will be prompted to visit a secure website.3. Once you click the registration link, you will enter your DEBIT or Credit Cardinformation. At that point, your donation will process. You will see a confirmationtext showing your donation and registration were successful.

Gifts in Memory and Honor

In Memory of

Sondra CurrieGiven by:Charlene and Addis CharlessBetty and Joe HowellKathy and Stan MorrisKay Stargel

Jim DearmanGiven by:Kathy and Stan Morris

In Honor of

Betty and Joe HowellGiven by:Diana and Lowell Koerting

Mary Nell and Rex LemertSusie and Jay O’BrienLisa and Kim TalleyJerre and Jimmy WellsGiven by:Sandra and Jack Waller

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