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Dear Shiloh Family,

     The only negative variable in delivering Angel Tree gifts to schools is that every doner can’t see the faces of the school office staff and other onlookers.  As the gift-bearing entourage entered each of the four school systems, curiosity quickly turned to surprise and inevitably ended in elation and gratitude. 

     I was so proud of our church family as we toted in bag after bulging bag of goodies.  Empty rooms became near impassable staging areas laden with Christmas joy.  As we placed bicycles, computers, clothes, and many other costly items on tables and floors, I was overwhelmed with emotion as I remembered how some of you apologized for bringing your Angel’s gifts late Sunday evening…because you had trouble locating that one special request from your Angel.

      My heart also swelled with love for our College/Career students for sponsoring the event, and with appreciation for Melissa, who organized each bundle.  I was in awe of the rapport Pastor David, your Minister of Students, had with all four systems.  His service and love in the schools allowed us to show Jesus’ love throughout the community.

1 Corinthians 1:4-6

4 I thank my God always concerning you for the grace of God which was given to you by Christ Jesus, 5 that you were enriched in everything by Him in all utterance and all knowledge,  NKJV

     My brothers and sisters, thank you for allowing us to minister outside the property lines of our church campus, and thank you for giving unselfishly for the cause of Christ.  You may never know the ripple effect one act of kindness could have on a tender heart.  One gift could be the turning point in the life of a warrior for the gospel. 

Hebrews 13:1-3

13 Let brotherly love continue. 2 Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels. NKJV

     Perhaps, there is one other downside to this event.  Wouldn’t you love to peer through the boughs and ornaments of each Christmas tree in the living rooms of every recipient on Christmas morning?  We won’t have the privilege of seeing the jubilant faces as they experience the joy of Christmas…BUT WE CAN IMAGINE!!!      

Everything done in the life of a child is a tender seed planted in fertile soil.     

God bless you all,
Pastor Derrell
 

General Announcements:  If you have announcements for the newsletter or Sunday morning service, please get them to Melissa by 12:00 PM on Wednesday.  This will allow the AV team to process relative schedules, letters, videos, etc…

2022 NEW MEMBERS:  Dustin Afman;  Rob, Lori, Bowden, and Garrett Gass, Jake and Kristen Brown, Patricia Fleming, Jimmy Farrow, Joella Morehead, Bill and Rita Willett, Moe, Sharon and Pat Gass, Becky and Doug Trew, Paul, Laura, and Jacob Donahoe

PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS:  If you would like to meet to discuss membership at Shiloh, I would love to meet with you between the two morning services from 10:00 – 10:30 AM.  Please schedule the appointment through the church office.

If you choose to meet at the church during the week, PLEASE!  Let Melissa know the time and location (room) for your ministries.  It is imperative that we coordinate all gatherings at the church. If you have questions about Shiloh ministries, contact us at secretary@shilohbaptistministry.com.

CHRISTMAS CANTATA:  The Shiloh music ministry will be performing a Christmas Cantata/musical at 11:00 AM on December 18th. 

THANKSGIVING/CHRISTMAS DINNER:  Our combined Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner will be December 18th, immediately following the 11:00 AM service.  The format will be covered dish.

LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING:  This offering goes directly to our Southern Baptist missionaries.  It can be given from now to the end of December.

POINSETTIA’S: Each year we place poinsettias in the church sanctuary for decoration, and we ask that if you would like to purchase any of these poinsettias for $6.50 in memory of a loved one please contact Melissa with the needed information and we will post those names in honor of your loved one(s) in our bulletin at Christmas. Pastor Derrell will announce when you can take your poinsettia(s) home.

 

MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CANTATA-THANKSGIVNG/CHRISTMAS DINNER:

Our Thanksgiving/Christmas dinner is scheduled for Sunday, December 18th, immediately following our Christmas Cantata.  As per request from many of our ladies, we will go back to the covered dish format.  The church will provide the meats if you provide the fixins. A good rule-of-thumb is to cook enough for your family and one more.  If everyone does this, there should be sufficient food for all.  I love this format!  It has been a special time at Shiloh for many years.  There has always been plenty of food for everyone.  However, it works best if everyone participates.  I encourage all of you to enjoy the awesome time of food and fellowship. 

USHERS MINISTRY:  We would love for all men, ages 16 and up to sign up for our usher ministry.  The more people who participate, the less each person will be asked to work each month.  There are signup sheets in the vestibule. If you have questions, contact Baylee Brown, Bill Newbille, or you can call Melissa in the church office.

 OIR PRACTICE:  Every other Thursday night at 7:00 PM. We are practicing Christmas music, so it is a great time to join the Shiloh Choir. 

LADIES:  W.O.W. (Women of Worship) would like to introduce a new women’s ministry opportunity.  Its purpose is to connect through a small, intimate, dinner setting.  There is room for all ladies to eventually be involved as we pray over and move through our congregation each quarter.  Please, help us pray!

MEN’S MINISTRY: Men's Bible study every Monday @ 6:30 PM.  Come enjoy Physical and Spiritual food and fellowship in the FLC.

SUNDAY WORSHIP:  8:30 and 11:00 AM in the main auditorium.

SUNDAY SCHOOL:  9:45-10:45

CHILDREN’S CHURCH:  Tya Mercer will be conducting children’s church (Pre-K & Kindergarten) during the 2nd service.

JR. CHURCH:  (1st-5th grade) will meet upstairs in the FLC during the 2nd service.

NURSERY:  Nursery will now be provided in both services.  However, we are still in need of adult workers in both services.  If you would volunteer to work in either service, please contact Lea or call Melissa at the church office.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 

  • ADULT BIBLE STUDY:   Bro. David Jones will continue the Wednesday night Bible study and prayer meeting.  He is currently teaching a series on "Finding Selah." Please plan to attend each Wednesday at 7:00.

  • COLLEGE AND CAREER:  Jon Carson will be leading a Bible study each Wednesday night.  The group will be meeting downstairs in the main building.  

  • YOUTH:  The High School/Middle School youth group will meet upstairs in the FLC.

  • AWANA:  3 Yr Old through 5th Grade - Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 PM


SUNDAY SCHOOL:  Several of our SS classes and small groups are meeting at various non-traditional times throughout the week. Morning Sunday School will be between services and will begin at 9:45. Some of the locations have temporarily changed.  Teachers, please contact members and prospective members and inform them of the times and location of their class.