This Sunday: “David and the Ark”

Dear CrossPointe,

I hope you enjoyed Thanksgiving! With Christmas right around the corner, Tyler and I are planning a series of sermons that will consider the three “offices” of Christ—prophet, priest, and king. We’ll get that started the first Sunday of December.

This Sunday, however, we’ll be in 2 Samuel 6, a chapter about the gravity of God’s presence. On the one hand, a man named Uzzah is struck dead for his lack of reverence. On the other, David embarrasses his wife with his lack of inhibition in worship. As we’ll see, it’s Christ who overcomes our faults and brings us into God’s presence with joy.

As part of our time together, we’ll also see a brother baptized. I hope to see you all this Sunday!

Grace & peace,

Robert

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Member Meeting (Dec. 2, 6–7:30 p.m.) || Before the year ends, we need to approve the budget for 2019. We’ll also hold a Q&A for elder candidates John Faught and John Illges. Childcare will be available.
 
Men’s Lunch (Dec. 4, noon) || Join the men of CP for fellowship over lunch ($5 Chick-fil-A) as we hear from one of our own! RSVP to Springer Cain.
 
Children’s Ministry Training (Dec. 9, 9 a.m.) || Let us equip you with everything you need to serve the children and families of CrossPointe! Childcare will be provided. Contact Cristin Wise to sign up. 
 
KidKeeper Training (Dec. 9 & 12) || We’re refreshing KidKeeper policies and procedures and need all KKs (current or prospective) to attend one of two “re-orientations”—Dec. 9 after worship (lunch provided) or Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Childcare will not be provided. RSVP to Alyson Wiggins by Dec. 6.
 
Drop and Shop (Dec. 15, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.) || Do some shopping or take a break while we watch your kids (4 years–5th grade)! We’ll have games, crafts, lunch, and plenty of fun activities to enjoy together while you’re out. There is no cost, but we encourage everyone to donate a gift to Highland Church’s Christmas store (see below). RSVP here.
 
Highland Church Christmas Store || We’re collecting toys (ages 5–8) for Highland Community Church to sell at a discount. Between now and Dec. 16, please drop off gifts in the foyer. Find their wish-list(s) here, sign up to volunteer in the store itself here, or contact Cristin Wise with questions!
 
No Children’s Ministry (Dec. 23 & 30) || Bring your children into the sanctuary as we worship the Lord together! The nursing mothers’ room is always available for those who need it.
 
Christmas Eve Service (Dec. 24, 5:30 p.m.) || CrossPointe and Mid Tree Church will gather together to celebrate the birth of Christ through Scripture and song! Children can wear their pj’s, and we’ll have cider and cookies, too!
 
Youth Winter Retreat (Dec. 29–Jan. 1) || Ski ($290), snowboard ($300), or just hang out ($150) with us in Winterplace, W. Va. A $100 deposit is due by Thanksgiving with the total due Dec. 15. Register online here. Contact Tyler Kirkpatrick if you have any questions or would like to sponsor a student.
 
CrossCon (Jan. 2–5) || All 18–25-year-olds are invited to join us in Louisville for this missions conference. Contact Springer Cain for more information.