This Week's Need to Know!
THIS WEEK’S TEXT: “Grace Upon Grace” John 1: 14-18
Taught by: Pastor Aaron Batdorf
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
There are no sign ups for this round
of Sunday School Classes, just show up!
The Attributes of God: Misconceptions
about God abound. But they do not have to. God has revealed His character in
Scripture, illuminating the attributes that define Him. While we, being finite
creatures, can never truly comprehend everything that God is, we should study
what He Himself has said. This week’s class is focused on Love and Wrath and
will be led by Bill Newman (Classroom 1)
Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering
Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies:
This class is intended for all women; you do not have to be a mother to benefit
from it! There is no denying that today's youth are leaving the church in
droves. We do not live in a culturally Christian society. In fact, we live in a
society that is increasingly hostile toward Christianity. Whether you use
public school, Christian school, or homeschool, your kids will be exposed to
various philosophies and worldviews that are contrary to Christianity.
Come to this class to learn about some of the loudest lies culture is screaming
at your kids and how to approach their questions.
This class will be taught
by a group of ladies who are mothers in varying ages, stages, and styles,
but we all recognize the importance of training the next generation to be
critical thinkers and challenge cultural lies. This week’s topic is Feminism
led by Brianna Batdorf (Classroom 4)
2 Thessalonians: While We
Wait: The elders will be
team-teaching this book in the sanctuary. We will focus on what it looks like
to live as Christians "while we wait" for the return of Jesus. How
should that affect our daily lives? Join us as we consider God's word together
"while we wait" for the return of Jesus! This week’s class is focused
on 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 led by Pastor Stuart. (Sanctuary)
SUNDAY LUNCHES FOR YOUNG ADULTS/FAMILIES
The young adults and families are invited out to the Zembower’s
(225 Susquehanna Ave., Lock Haven) after church this week for a time of
fellowship. Lunch is not provided this week! If you have any questions, contact
Stuart at 717-517-6523.
WORSHIP
IN THE WOODS
It’s
that time of year again! Starting in December, every Friday and Saturday night
from 6-9pm, we will be playing through a display of lights. There will be light
refreshments offered as you drive into the parking lot and are parked to watch
the show. The show will be begin at 6pm and will run every 30 minutes! To sign
up to help with this event, please click here!
ADVENTURES IN MOTHERHOOD
Adventures in
Motherhood, AIM, is a faith-based ministry for moms of children ages 0-18
to come connect, grow, and fellowship together. Motherhood is wonderful
but comes with unique challenges and can be isolating at times. Christian moms
are called to bear one another’s burdens and consider who to stir one another
up to love and good works. This is what we hope to do through this ministry- to
provide a community to grow and be encouraged in our role as faithful Christian
mothers. The group will meet every other Thursday, alternating mornings
(10:30a-12:00p) and evenings (7:00-8:30p). Morning meetings will have childcare
provided. If you have any questions, please reach out to our AIM coordinators,
Jillian Best, jbest@ibcweb.net, and Cheyenne Redcay, cskinner2015@gmail.com
The meeting
scheduled for December 15th was canceled due to the forecasted rain
and snow.
CHRISTMAS EVE
SERVICE
This year’s
Christmas Eve Service will be held on December 24th from
6:00pm-7:00pm here at Big Woods Bible Church. In this season, pause for a
moment to remember the miraculous birth of our perfect Savior! The Lord has
given us his only Son knowing that he would take the place on the cross for our
sins. Praise Him!
CHRISTMAS COOKIES
We are bringing back the
Cookie Bar for our Christmas Eve Service. If you can spare a dozen or two
cookies for this event, please email Susi Gray at subee4@hotmail.com or reach
out by phone at (570) 295- 2818
MEN’S GARAGE MINISTRY
On Thursday, January 5 at
6:00 p.m., all men will be invited to meet at the garage of Dave Frankenberger
(1930 Long Run Road, Mill Hall). Men, grab a chair and come prepared to
talk shop and tackle life’s challenges, while building on the strengths of your
brothers in Christ.
BAPTISM
There will be a baptismal
on Sunday, January 8. If you are interested in being baptized, please
contact the church office at 570-893-8274 or email Haylee at hayleec@bigwoods.org
WOMEN’S PRAYER MEETING
The
Ladies’ Prayer Gathering for January will be Saturday, December 14th,
from 9:00 to 10:00 am. Come and be blessed by yet another personal story of a
life saved by faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Saturday prayer is an
intimate time of blessing and joy…and even includes coffee and sweets!
MEN’S
RETREAT
Men!
Mark your calendars for this year’s Men’s Retreat happening from February 3rd
to the 4th of 2023. More information to come as the date approaches.
Date:
February 3rd and 4th
Location:
Sylvan Hills Camp
Age:
16 year and older
RSVP
by: January 15th
Cost:
$45 per person
Click
on the link here to sign up!
BOOK OF THE MONTH
This month’s book of the
month is our Big Woods Bible Church Advent Devotional. Click here to open a printable PDF or
click here to listen to the audio version
on Spotify.