Weekly Highlight
CHRISTMAS EVE 2024!
Join us this Christmas Eve at our services title “Second Breath” — reflecting on the life God breathes into us and the new life we are invited to live in Christ. Celebrate the joy, hope, and love of the season as we reflect on the birth of Jesus! We are asking that you RSVP for you and your family to ensure seating! Service Times:
Tuesday, December 24th at 11AM, 1PM, 3PM, and 5PM.
THIS SUNDAY'S MESSAGE
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THIS SUNDAY'S MESSAGE 〰️
This Sunday, we’re concluding our Signposts series with a message on the birth of Jesus from Luke 2! We’ll also celebrate baptisms together during both services. Don’t forget to bring your Bible as we wrap up this series and rejoice in the birth of our Savior!
Engagement Opportunities
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Engagement Opportunities 〰️
CHRISTMAS VOLUNTEERS
We’re looking for Candle Prep Volunteers for each Christmas Eve service! This role is vital to our cherished tradition of lighting candles during “Silent Night.” Be a part of making this special moment possible! Sign up HERE.
CHRISTMAS COOKIES!
Help us create a warm and welcoming Christmas Eve by donating nut-free Christmas cookies! Your treats will bless both our church family and guests, making the celebration extra special. Together, let’s show the joy of Christ through delicious hospitality! These will be handed out at our Christmas Eve services. Drop them off at GBCC at the desk in the office area anytime until December 23rd.
christmas eve setup help
If you'd like to help set up the room and lobby for Christmas Eve services, please reach out to samanthas@gbcc.me. We’d love for you to be involved in these special Christmas services!
Announcements
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Announcements 〰️
CHRISTMAS EVE PARKING
If you're attending one of our Christmas Eve services, please park in the West Lot, the main parking area off Cardinal Lane. This helps ensure that Elevation Church has the East Lot available for their Christmas services. Watch for signage directing you. Thank you for your understanding!
WE ARE HIRING
We’re looking for a passionate leader to guide our nursery, preschool, and elementary ministries. This role involves building relationships with families, developing volunteers, and implementing outreach efforts. If you love working with children and align with GBCC’s vision, learn more or apply HERE.
Upcoming Events
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Upcoming Events 〰️
DECEMBER 29 PRAYER SERVICE
On Sunday, December 29, we will have one service at 8:00 AM. Please note that there will be no 10:00 AM service and no breakfast that morning. There will also be NO children’s programming. Regular service times, including breakfast, will resume on Sunday, January 5. We look forward to worshiping together! Learn more about the service here.
grief share
Our Grief Share Group offers support for those grieving the loss of a loved one, facilitated by individuals who have experienced loss themselves. The group includes 13 sessions featuring DVD presentations and small group discussions. The sessions will meet on Mondays from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM, starting January 13 through April 7, 2025, in Room 206B at GBCC (near the Chapel). A workbook is available for $20, and while childcare is not provided, we invite anyone experiencing grief to join this compassionate and healing journey. Sign up HERE.
taste of alpha
Curious about Alpha and wondering what to expect if you bring a friend? Join us for a special evening to experience what a night at Alpha is all about! This event will take place on Wednesday, January 15th, from 6:00–7:15 PM at The Spring at GBCC (formerly Room 109, across from the play area). We’d love to see you there!
DECEMBER BAPTISMS
Scripture teaches that baptism is a declaration of faith, signifying our union with Christ in His death, burial, and resurrection (Romans 6:1-14, Matthew 28:18-20). It represents the transformation from death in sin to life in Christ—a public statement that we belong to Him. If you've put your trust in Jesus and are ready to take this next step of faith, we’d be honored to celebrate with you! Next Baptism opportunity will be Sunday, December 22nd during our 8am and 10am services. Sign up by emailing baptize@gbcc.me or just show up!
ONGOING PROGRAMMING
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ONGOING PROGRAMMING 〰️
wednesday nights 2025
We’re excited to launch Wednesday Night Groups in the new year, offering something for everyone in the family! Beginning January 8th, the evenings begin with dinner from 5:00 to 5:45 PM, followed by a special Family Connect time from 5:45 to 6:00 PM for those with children. From 6:00 to 7:30 PM, groups and classes will meet, including options for adults like Marriage Matters, Connect and Serve, Navigate, The Mix, Practicing the Way, and Women in Leadership. There will also be engaging classes for all ages of children, while Middle School and High School Ministries meet for students. Join us for dinner, connection, and a time to grow together on Wednesday nights! View all descriptions HERE, to find the sign-up link click HERE.
new MARRIAGE MATTERS group
Join us for a new Marriage Matters group starting Wednesday, January 8, from 6:00–7:15 PM. The first six weeks will be focusing on The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller. The class is ongoing, so you can join at any time. Learn more/sign up HERE.
EXPERIENCE ADVENT WITH US
Join us in this Advent season as we journey through the story of hope and redemption. You’ll receive daily Advent devotions from Biola University to guide you in reflection and prayer. Additionally, enjoy bonus videos throughout the season featuring our church community sharing how they live out the heart of Advent in their daily lives. Sign up today! Text ADVENT to 833-533-1587 to receive updates!
GENEROSITY REPORT
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GENEROSITY REPORT 〰️
With only a week left before Christmas and this season of receiving gifts and blessings, we "remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” (Acts 20:35)
As we continue our December giving campaign at GBCC, we are happy to share that so far we have been able to raise $90,375 towards our $389,000 December goal to
Support our Missionary Partners in HIF Vietnam & Wycliffe Bible Translation
Reach our Monthly Budget, Eliminate the Fiscal Year Budget Gap, and Knock Out Our Line of Credit
Complete the Next Phase of our Roof & Repair Roof Top Units
Thank you for your continued prayers and contributions that are helping us reach this goal!
Currently, we are still on average approximately $2,000 short of our weekly budget goal. Each week we will inform you of where we stand. For the week of December 12th
• Total giving was $34,502
We’ve recently added 19 new givers, and in the coming months we are praying that God will raise up 31 additional new regular givers to join us in supporting the ministry of GBCC. Even a small step can make a significant impact! As the abolitionist and reformer Henry Ward Beecher once said, "Every charitable act is a stepping stone toward heaven."
Investing in your church community is a powerful way to grow in your own spiritual journey while helping others in theirs.
Thank you for joining us in prayer for generous hearts to be opened to cheerful giving this holiday season! We so appreciate your commitment and passion for our church!
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prayer & care
If you would like to submit a prayer request or consult with a pastor in person, on the phone or via Zoom, email us at pastors@gbcc.me
Everyone is welcome to attend a prayer meeting on Wednesdays from 11 am to noon in the GBCC Prayer Room next to the Connect Lounge.
We meet in the Prayer Room on Sunday mornings from 9:00 to 9:15. Anyone is welcome to join us for prayer.
If you would like to schedule a pastor to visit you or a family member at the hospital, a care facility or your home, or if you would like in-home communion, please email us at care@gbcc.me
GIVING: FIRST FRUITS
We consider giving an act of worship and part of a Christ follower's story. We are grateful for the generosity of God's people. Here are ways you can make a contribution to the ministries at GBCC:
Text any amount to 920-214-0051
Make an online contribution
Put cash or checks in the collection boxes by the auditorium entrances