Digital Bulletin
Updated December 22, 2025
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The bulletin will not be updated the week of December 29th for a holiday break—don’t worry, we’ve got everything you need to know through then right here on the page already. We know you’ll miss us, we’ll miss ya too! More to come in the new year. 🎉
—Comms team
Christmas Eve Service
Wednesday, December 24 // 6–7pm
Join us for a warm, simple, and meaningful Christmas Eve Service as we sing familiar carols together and reflect on Jesus as the Light of the World. If you’re looking for a calm, meaningful way to spend Christmas Eve, we’d love to have you and your family with us.
Watch Night Party
December 31 // 6pm–9pm
Join us for a night of games, pizza, music, and testimonies as we celebrate Watch Night together. All ages are welcome.
January Prayer
Every weekday in January, 6–6:30am
Join Pastor Ken Rush and Kyle Fadely to give the new year to Jesus in prayer all through the first month. We’ll meet over Zoom each weekday morning—no mics, with or without video, so be welcome to show up as you are!
Continue to pray for Somali and Afghan Immigrants in Minneapolis
The Justice and Reconciliation Team asks for prayer for the protection, safety, dignity, and belonging of those in Minneapolis and especially the Somali and Afghan immigrants there who are being targeted by ICE. We have family and connections there who say things are very difficult and scary.
Spring Market Fest
This week we introduced our next community event, and we need your help to hit the ground running in January and be ready to welcome our community on Saturday, April 18th, 2026. Spring Market Fest will be an exciting day of fun and games with local vendors and businesses on full display. This will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with local entrepreneurs and neighbors.
There are so many ways to help for your whole family that we can’t fit it all here, so have a look at all the opportunities in the online form and let us know how you’d like to be part of the festivities!
Engagement Highlight:
Lawrence Township Student Services
We’re still collecting donations for LTS to help with their ongoing needs in helping students with all kinds of practical needs.
How you can help:
Gift cards: Smaller denominations best ($10-25 per card)
Walmart
Meijer
Any gas station
Text to Give: All texted donations this month will go to LTS support.
833-779-0351
Enter dollar amount into the message line (there will be a brief account set-up if you haven't used it before).
A note of thanks to our volunteers
During this time when we intentionally slow down to recognize the good around us, we want to express our deep appreciation for those who serve throughout our church. The work you do—teaching children, preparing coffee, creating music, managing tech, welcoming guests, setting up spaces, leading groups, and caring for our neighbors—often happens without spotlight or applause. Yet the difference it makes is unmistakable.
Because of your steady presence, people walk into our church and feel a sense of warmth and belonging. Kids experience consistent love. Students find mentors. Adults discover community and room to grow. Your commitment creates an environment where faith can take root and flourish.
We’re grateful for the gifts you bring, the time you carve out, and the heart you put into every act of service. You show the love of Jesus in ways that are both ordinary and beautiful, and our church is stronger because of you. Thank you.
Youth Group
Sundays // 6–8pm // Youth Room
Students in grades 6-12 (and their friends!) are invited to join us every Sunday evening in the Youth Room for worship, fellowship, and fun—plus dinner is included!
Monthly Financial Update
At just over 1 month into our new Fiscal Year, we are off to a strong start!
Offerings: $53,700 (including several one-time larger gifts)
Expenses: $32,900 (thanks to timing of certain expenses later in the year)
This solid financial foundation gives us confidence as we begin implementing the vision our elders shared. We are excited about the direction God is leading us in!
November giving
Monthly Need: $34,200
November Offerings: $31,700
Fiscal year summary
Year to date Expense Budget: $107,600
Year to date Expense Actual: $103,100
Year to date Total Income: $118,400
Are you seeking to partner with us financially with a one-time or recurring gift?
Thank you for your faithful generosity!
Monthly Prayer Meeting
Join us the 1st Sunday of the month in the CGNE prayer room. We’ll start at 8:45 am and will have dedicated time to listen, respond and praise God!
Our new prayer room is available for you to pray in before or after service! It is located in the back of the sanctuary near fire exit on the west side.