Advent & Christmas
November 25, 2009 by admin
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ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS AT LAKESIDE
Mark your calendars for some meaningful, fun activities!
The word “advent” in ancient times referred to a Roman Emperor’s arrival in Rome as the new emperor. The Emperor would enter the city with all of his glory, with captives of war, with the riches of the empire. The early Christians adopted this concept and applied it to the arrival of Christ, our King, and true ruler. Therefore, we celebrate Advent – a four-week time of preparation just before Christmas. It’s a time to prepare for Christ’s first coming as a baby. But it’s more than that. It’s also a time for us to remember his arrival in our lives as our savior and to also anticipate the second coming.
The following are some ways to make the most of Advent, which begins the first Sunday after Thanksgiving, November 29:
First Sunday of Advent, November 29, 6 pm
Evening Prayer and Praise Service
Wednesday, December 2, 5 pm
Wednesday night dinner and all church Christmas decorating party
Friday, December 4, 5 – 9 pm
Christmas Night Out
Activities for children provided while parents prepare for the holidays.
Sunday, December 6
Taproot Theatre Presents,
“The Foolish Wisemen” at both morning gatherings.
Wednesday, December 9, 5 pm
Wednesday night dinner, then caroling in the community
Saturday, December 12, 11 a.m.
Ladies Christmas Brunch
Monday, December 14, 5 pm
S.A.L.T. Christmas Dinner at Anthony’s Homeport in Everett
Wednesday, December 16, 5 pm
Wednesday night dinner, then caroling in the community
Friday, December 18 7:30 pm
S.A.L.T. Bronn Journey Concert
Sunday, December 20
Todd Koeppen and Friends at both morning gatherings
Thursday, December 24, 4 pm and 9 pm
Christmas Eve Services
COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE
Look for the Giving Tree in the Lobby beginning this Sunday, November 15th. On this tree you will find 3 different colors of ornaments to benefit different community group needs. You can then choose one or more ornament! All gifts need to be returned to Lakeside by Wednesday, December 16, 2009.
1. Gift cards for Lakeside Families in need **
2. Lake Stevens Family Center
3. Grocery Gift Cards for area Food Banks and bins for those who want to bring food instead
**if you are a family in need or know of a Lakeside family in need, please email us at contact@lakesidecf.com and let us know of the situation.
SONGS OF ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS
Our teaching time this Advent will focus on the songs of the prophets, Mary, the angels and others. A great way to prepare during Advent is to read the prophecies about the Messiah and the songs found in Luke and Matthew. Meditate on them and come prepared to sing anew about, to, for, and because of our Saviour Jesus.
