Hi Friends!I’m taking a quick break from message prep (I’m taking us into chapter 3 in The Wisdom of James this weekend. Check out James 3:8…yikes!) On this Friday I want to use this space to talk all things AGM. ‘AGM’ is an abbreviation for ‘Annual General Meeting’ - always an important gathering for our members and adherents as we reflect on the general health of our church. It’s at our AGM that we mark progress in various ministry areas. We celebrate wins and we grieve some losses. We assess our financial status; elect qualified individuals to the Board of Elders; and pray into our future. It’s a significant gathering and I hope you’ll consider being part of it.This year’s AGM is scheduled for 7 pm, Monday evening, December 5, in the main auditorium. If you follow this link you’ll be redirected to a landing page where you can access relevant documents to get you more informed including the meeting agenda, our audited financial statements, past minutes, and the report of the Nominating Committee. And as an added bonus, a little bit more blathering from me about the past year and what you can expect on the 5th. While only participating members may vote, anyone is welcome to attend.Keep caring for each other,Greg Hochhalter | Lead PastorBaptismWe are looking forward to celebrating baptisms this weekend! We hope you can join us, Saturday at 7 PM or Sunday at 10 AM! To learn more about why baptism is one of the most meaningful next steps for everyone who choses to follow Jesus, check out our baptism brochure and then contact us to start a conversation by filling out the baptism form.Justice and Compassion Christmas ProjectsAs the Christmas season approaches, there will be many way to engage in giving by participating in one or more projects that our Justice and Compassion team is leading.Starting this weekend you can help an individual in need with our We Care Christmas Bags! Register online, pickup a tote bag, fill the bag with items in need and return the bag to the church by December 11. For more information about We Care, please see here.Pizza with the PastorIf you are new or feel new, join us to learn more about our church. Discover how to get connected and enjoy the opportunity to meet others. Pizza with the Pastor is a regular event we hold, as a way for you to meet others who are new(er), as well as some of the pastoral team.Pizza with the Pastor will be held after each service on November 26 or 27. When you register you can select which class you'll be attending.If are unable to join us in person please email us for an online option. Seniors ConnectCalling all Seniors! We would like to invite you to the next Senior's Connect on November 29th. It will be a special Christmas luncheon. There is a cost of $20 per person, please see here for more information. We also invite you to come out to the Senior's Christmas Concert to enjoy a festive concert by Wye String Ensemble on Saturday, November 26 at 10:30am. Kids Ministries Family Advent Devotional GuideThe holiday season goes by so quickly with the hustle and bustle of all the celebrations and preparations. We're inviting you to take pause each day as a family and reflect on the presence and peace of Jesus in this season. Sign up here to access our family advent devotional which includes a short reading (separate Elementary and Preschool readings both included) and a beautiful build your own nativity scene document. Guides are available online to print at home, or in-person at the Kids Kiosk in the atrium on weekends or at the front church office.GroupsGroups are a gathering of people from all walks of life where you are invited into a place of deep community, where you can be known, loved, and encouraged to grow in your walk with Jesus.Some upcoming and ongoing opportunities to meet in a Medium size or Support Group/Network are:Professional & Leadership Woman's Network on November 24.Wednesday Night Gents - meets every Wednesday nightWomen's Cafe - coming up on Nov. 28 & Dec. 12Parenting Children with Special Needs Support Group - coming up on December 3, meets monthly.For more information on all Groups, please contact [email protected].