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Advent Newsletter | Dec 2019
Download the PDF | CLICK HEREContact us at the Cordova Campus:
Phone: (901) 755-6290
1879 N Germantown Pkwy
Cordova, TN 38016
Contact us at the Arlington Campus:
Phone: (901) 483-7295
6176 Chester Street
Arlington, TN 38002
grew up playing hockey so it was fun to watch Ezra gain enthusiasm for
something that I’ve enjoyed for over half of my life. Perhaps the neatest thing
was being able to enjoy the game in a new way. Not as a participant, or even as a
fan of the game, but as a dad and supporter of a new, young player.
I think that we have the same opportunity every December during the Christmas
season. We sing a lot of the same songs. Attend the same types of parties: work,
church, family, and friends. We hang the same Christmas lights and decorate
Christmas trees with the same ornaments. Ginger’s family even has the same
food for Christmas morning.
energy each Christmas. Events don’t seem to be rote repetitions of the previous
year. We’ve all changed a bit from Christmas to Christmas and so each year
seems so new. That’s what so powerful about this Christmas story. The New
Testament only has a bit of information about the arrival of Jesus. Some New
Testament authors add a bit more information about what Jesus’ arrival means
for us and for the whole world. Even though there is not a volume of information
about this world-changing events, there is an incredible depth to them for
forming the worshipping community year after year.
story or the predictable words of a well-known song. Let’s be ready to learn
something new about the life of Joseph or the significance of the Magi visit from
the East. The first Christmas was full of startling surprises. Let’s do our best to be
open to new ones this Christmas season.
Advent’s Mission:
As disciples, to cause God great joy by sharing His love with others as we have experienced it in
Rev. Dr. Joe Skillen
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Don Kerns
Campus Pastor, Arlington
Rev. Greg Aydt
Assistant Pastor
*Remember… December 22 and 29*
Sunday School at 9:30, One Worship Service at 10:30
As we close out the year and look to 2020, we recall the words from 1 Peter 4:10,
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.”
rballou@adventpres.com
Are you new?
Welcome to Advent. We’re glad to have you here with us! Whether you’ve been to Advent many times or have never been to church before, you can anticipate an encouraging and enlightening experience. We’d like to get to know you and help you connect to the Advent family. On Sunday morning, come to the welcome center to receive a welcome gift. If you’d like to talk to someone directly, contact Leslie McKinney.
lmckinney@adventpres.com
What about my children?
We believe they are the church right now! So we place an emphasis on ministry for and by children and teenagers by having them gather to connect with each other and Christ. We have plenty of fun and vetted, trusted, and enthusiastic staff and volunteers in various settings. Children and teenagers get together in authentic community to discuss real truths, to change their lives and the world bit by bit. You can find out more about Advent Children’s Ministry by contacting Kimberly Munafo and Advent’s Youth Ministry by contacting Greg Aydt.
kmunafo@adventpres.com | gaydt@adventpres.com
- December 6, 2019
- January 3, 2020
- February 7, 2020
Childcare @ 9 am (Birth– Kindergarten)
Sunday School @ 10 am (PreK-3 – 5th Grade)
Children’s Worship @ 11 (PreK-3-3rd grade following the children’s blessing)
During the 1st Sunday of the month, we experience family worship where children take an active role in the service, through ushering, greeting, offering, and playing sermon BINGO.
Childcare is offered in the nursery for children birth thru PreK during these family worship opportunities.
A movement of students in 6th-12th grade
Important Dates
December 22 and 29
Sunday School 9:30am
Let’s gather in Lindsay Hall to honor the Skillen family!
Mexico Water Mission Trip
gpennel@adventpres.com
Sundays at 10 am
55-95 y/o, lecture, discussion
lecture format
video, lecture & discussion
45+ lecture, video & discussion
30s & 40s, singles & couples
discussion format
open to all, lecture & discussion
Men’s Class
men of all ages, discussion
women of all ages, discussion
20’s and 30 somethings,
connection and discussion
Men’s spiritual formation.
Club Windward, 6:30 pm
Youth Room, 6:30 pm
Library, 6:00 am
Room 206, 7:00 pm
Library, 6:30 pm
Larger monthly gatherings
Cordova area
2nd Sunday of the month, 6:30 pm
Ladies study in the library
(does not meet in summer)
1st Tuesday of the month, 10:00 am
Cordova area
3rd Sunday of the month, 6:00 pm
Arlington/Cordova areas
2nd Sunday of the month, 5:30–8 pm
Cordova area
2nd Sunday of the month, 5:30 pm
2nd Sunday of the month, 6 pm
Germantown/Collierville area
2nd Tuesday of the month, 6 pm
Bible study and spiritual formation
Grand adults time to connect
Lindsay Hall
2nd Thursday of the month, 10 am
Men’s Bible study
Library
Saturdays, 8:45am
Women’s weekly Bible study
Library (does not meet in summer)
Mondays, 9:45–11:00am
Library
3rd Thursday of the month, 10 am
Marriage enrichment small group
Library (does not meet in summer)
Wednesdays, 5:45-7 pm
Bible study for all
Fireside Room
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm
Young couples
Rm 205
Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30 pm
Women of all ages
Library, Wednesday, 9:30 am
Room 203, Wednesday, 5:45 pm
Moms of newborns to college students
Sundays 5:00-7:00 pm
Next session-Lent 2020
Garden Club
Sign up at the welcome desk
See Kimberly Munafo
2nd Thursday, Lunch & Program
4th Thursday, Day Trip
Pantry items donated, organized & distributed to those in need.
Serving burritos to homeless in downtown area.
Providing free professional counsel and connections for the
unemployed.
Serving and supporting local high school athletes.
Assist with meals, birth certificate documentation, and new clothes for the homeless. (downtown)
Sharing the love of Jesus by mentoring young, single mothers.
Support students, teachers, and administration in their pursuit of high educational standards.
Assist adults with developmental disabilities who live in Christian community.
Helping at-risk youth through teaching, mentoring, and economic development.
Assisting students of Advent with college expenses.
East Asia
Evangelism and Discipleship
Middle East
Church Planting and Education
United States and Abroad
EPC Mission Recruiter
Advent teams partner in Honduras ministry
Running slides, video, camera and sound are a vital part of Sunday morning.
Our team of volunteers is looking to grow. Come be a part of the team.
Have a gift for music? We’re always looking to add to our team.
Be part of the team that helps people in the parking lot, answers front desk questions and helps others navigate the building.
Be a friendly, welcoming face and offer assistance to guests and
members on Sunday morning.
Hand out bulletins and take up offering, while smiling, hugging and loving on people.
Be a friendly face at the Welcome Desk!
Adopt a College Student
Adopt a college student so you can be a blessing and send them encouragement through the school year.
Volunteers who reach out to individuals on weekly prayer list. They pray for each person individually and coordinate any further sharing of care needs as appropriate.
Volunteers who visit members in the hospital. They update Church office and Care Team for coordination of any other care needs as appropriate.
Trained individuals who volunteer to “walk along beside you” during
a life-changing event or time of
crisis. All information is confidential.
*Remember… December 22 and 29*
Sunday School at 9:30, One Worship Service at 10:30
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Advent Newsletter | Oct – Nov 2019
Download the PDF | CLICK HERE Contact us at the Cordova Campus:
Phone: (901) 755-6290
1879 N Germantown Pkwy
Cordova, TN 38016
www.adventpres.com
Contact us at the Arlington Campus:
Phone: (901) 483-7295
6176 Chester Street
Arlington, TN 38002
www.adventarlington.com
The Apostle Paul gave his protégé Timothy a unique command for those “rich in this present world” from his congregation:
“to not be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.” (1 Timothy 6:17)
In Paul’s mind, wealth has the potential to transform our attitude, our outlook, and our hope. Finances are not just a heavy topic to address in our day, they were important to address in the initial days of the church of Jesus Christ.
How we handle and manage our finances is a discipleship opportunity. And, like all other areas of lives, we can assume that we don’t have a complete handle on the way we steward our wealth and possessions “out of the kit.” Perhaps we need to consider a re-examination of how we might manage our finances more faithfully as we seek to be eager disciples of Jesus Christ.
During our October sermon series, we’ll examine this passage from 1 Timothy a bit further because the command comes with a significant opportunity. Paul implores Timothy to encourage his church to be:
“rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.” (1 Timothy 6:19)
What an incredible promise! I pray that you will join us in October as we all take steps further in our generosity development.
Cheers, Pastor Joe
Advent’s Mission:
As disciples, to cause God great joy by sharing His love with others as we have experienced it in
Rev. Dr. Joe Skillen
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Don Kerns
Campus Pastor, Arlington
Rev. Greg Aydt
Assistant Pastor
Executive Director
Alan Bugg
Get to know our newest staff member!
Life verse: Proverbs 3:5-6
Favorite music: classic rock
Favorite musician: Elton John
Who has biggest influence on my life (besides Jesus): my wife, Tammy
Favorite dessert: ALL DESSERTS
Interesting award received: Superman Award for outstanding hero to the city of Metropolis, IL
Perfect burger: Pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, dill pickles, touch of mustard (no eggs or weird stuff like that)
Would you rather run faster than a train, dance in the rain, or feel no pain? Dance in the rain! This is unadulterated joy at it’s finest (just ask King David)!
Are you new?
Welcome to Advent. We’re glad to have you here with us! Whether you’ve been to Advent many times or have never been to church before, you can anticipate an encouraging and enlightening experience. We’d like to get to know you and help you connect to the Advent family. On Sunday morning, come to the welcome center to receive a welcome gift. If you’d like to talk to someone directly, contact Leslie McKinney.
lmckinney@adventpres.com
What about my children?
We believe they are the church right now! So we place an emphasis on ministry for and by children and teenagers by having them gather to connect with each other and Christ. We have plenty of fun and vetted, trusted, and enthusiastic staff and volunteers in various settings. Children and teenagers get together in authentic community to discuss real truths, to change their lives and the world bit by bit. You can find out more about Advent Children’s Ministry by contacting Kimberly Munafo and Advent’s Youth Ministry by contacting Greg Aydt.
kmunafo@adventpres.com | gaydt@adventpres.com
UPCOMING DATES:
- October 4, 2019
- November 1, 2019
- December 6, 2019
Register today: adventpres.com/fnl/
Childcare @ 9 am (Birth– Kindergarten)
Sunday School @ 10 am (PreK-3 – 5th Grade)
Children’s Worship @ 11 (PreK-3-3rd grade following the children’s blessing)
During the 1st Sunday of the month, we experience family worship where children take an active role in the service, through ushering, greeting, offering, and playing sermon BINGO.
Childcare is offered in the nursery for children birth thru PreK during these family worship opportunities.
Connect Groups / Sundays at 10 am
Huddle / Sundays from 5-7 pm
Live music, fun, exciting games, FREE dinner, relevant teaching centered on the Gospel in a welcoming environment! Come early or stay late for open gym time. Meets during the school year.
Sunday, Oct. 27
3-5:30pm
Candy donations needed
Contact Kimberly kmunafo@adventpres.com
5K Race | Saturday, Nov. 2
Questions? Contact Jackie Pennel jpennel@adventpres.com
Parents Day Out & Preschool
Now Enrolling!
Call to schedule a tour 755-5637
Club Windward, 6:30 pm
Youth Room, 6:30 pm
Library, 6:30 pm
Library, 6:00 am
Room 206, 7:00 pm
Cordova area
2nd Sunday of the month, 6:30 pm
Ladies study in the library
(does not meet in summer)
1st Tuesday of the month, 10:00 am
Cordova area
3rd Sunday of the month, 6:00 pm
Arlington/Cordova areas
2nd Sunday of the month, 5:30–8 pm
Cordova area
2nd Sunday of the month, 5:30 pm
Lakeland/Arlington area
Germantown/Collierville area
2nd Tuesday of the month, 6 pm
Lakeland area
2nd Sunday of the month, 5:30pm
Bible study and spiritual formation
Grand adults time to connect
Lindsay Hall
2nd Thursday of the month, 10 am
Men’s Bible study
Library
Saturdays, 8:45am
Women’s weekly Bible study
Library (does not meet in summer)
Mondays, 9:45–11:00am
Women’s Bible study
Meets periodically in the Library
Library
3rd Thursday of the month, 10 am
Marriage enrichment small group
Library (does not meet in summer)
Wednesdays, 5:45-7:00 pm
Bible study for all
Wednesdays, 6:30 pm
Young couples
Rm 205
Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30 pm
Moms of newborns to college students
Upstairs
Sundays, 5:00-7:00 pm
Women of all ages
Library, Wednesday, 9:30 am
Room 203, Wednesday, 5:45 pm
Pantry items donated and
Serving burritos to homeless in downtown area.
Providing free professional counsel and connections for the
Hosting transitionally displaced families at Advent Cordova campus
Serving and supporting local high school athletes.
Assist with meals, birth certificate documentation, and new clothes for the homeless. (downtown)
Support students, teachers, and administration in their pursuit of high educational standards.
Assist adults with developmental disabilities who live in Christian community.
Helping at-risk youth through teaching, mentoring, and economic development.
Assisting students of Advent with college expenses.
Evangelism and Discipleship
Church Planting and Education
EPC Mission Recruiter
Advent teams partner in Honduras ministry
Read more...
Cordova Prayer List | 8-18-19
Praises:
- FCA Camp
- Carolyn and Wayne Randall
- Honduras Mission Team
- Leslie Peterson
- Stephen Rudolph
- Bob Barnes
- Martha Martin
Prayers for Our Church:
- Summer programs and studies
- Executive pastor search
Prayers for Members and Friends:
- Olivia & Laney, Jean & Art Thompson’s granddaughters
- Ted Harris and family
- Patra Mason and family on the death of her brother
- Chuck Mason and family on the death of his
father
- Anne McKee, Robin Ballou’s mother
- Mike Cain
- Bill Burrus
- Catherine Kelly
- Elaine Smoak, Cynthia Micci’s mother
- Diane Evans
- Asher Muzzi, Lencke’s grandson
- Gus Anaman
- Betty Battles
- Debby Bailey
- Amber Marino on the death of her grandmother
- Chris Drewery
- Bill Brakefield
- Susan Pashby
- Lois Tinner Brown, Dale Tinner’s mother
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