12.2008 - archways

ArchwaysA Monthly Publication of Taylor Road Baptist Church

ARCHWAYS (USPS No. 000-611) is published monthly by the Taylor Road Baptist Church,

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WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Sunday

9:09 a.m. - Bible Study10:30 a.m. - Worship

sermon series - Romans

5:30 p.m. - C.L.U. Groups6:30 p.m. - Worship

sermon series - successful

families

Wednesday5:00 p.m. - Family Meal6:30 p.m. - Wednesday

Activities

Sunday Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayTuesday

24 25 26

December

Outreach Adult Bible StudyAwanas & GA’s

Adult ChoirYouth Worship

Outreach

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

Thursday Morning Bible Study

Adult Bible StudyAwanas & GA’s

Christmas Eve Service

5:00 p.m.

Talylor Road Baptist Church

December 2008

Volume 22 Issue 12

Preschool Mini Concert&

Children’s Choir“Visions of Christmas”

Sunday, December 7, at 6:30 p.m.

Adult Worship Choir“Baby Jesus”

50+ Christmas Dinner

PreschoolFriendly Friday

Baby Dedication

Children’s Musical

Adult Musical“Baby Jesus” NARNIA

Adult Choir Christmas Caroling

Skate Party @ Looneys

Chili Dinner (5:00 p.m.)

New Year’s Eve Service

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering Goal $24,000

Theme: “Go Tell the Story of Jesus”

NARNIA

The Chronicles of Narnia have been adapted

several times, complete or in part, for radio,

television, stage, and cinema. Narnia contains

numerous traditional Christian themes, and is

directed by TRBC’s Children’s Directors, David and

Ruth Givens. This play is for older children through

adults. Having seen two plays directed by David and

Ruth, The Sound of Music and Annie, I can assure you

that the tickets will be worth the price. As a double

blessing, the price you pay will go to the Building

Fund. Be sure to get your tickets early and be a part

of this wonderful Christmas event at TRBC!

Our Holiday Schedule will include Sundays with all

of our routine services and Bible study sessions. We

will have a Christmas Eve service on December 24

at 5:00 p.m. The New Year’s Eve schedule will include

a Chili Supper at 5:00 p.m. and a very special New

Year’s Eve Worship Service at 6:00 p.m.

Please take advantage of every opportunity to

worship with your family during the Christmas

holidays. It will help make for HOLY days not just

holidays.

Merry Christmas,

From Pastor Andy...

Children's MinistrySupper/ Dessert Six Fellowship Groups

Would you like to get to know other families in the church? Then this is a great opportunity for you. The basic idea is that your family will be joined with two other family units, for the purpose of fellowship, one night a month for three (3) months. You decide

whether the gathering will be a full dinner or a dessert fellowship. We would like to start this in the New Year. You can pick up a family registration form in your Sunday School Class or in the Church Office.

After sign-ups, we will create groups to meet and enjoy the fellowship of new church friends.

MISSIONS 2009Do you have a heart for missions? Has God called

you to go on mission for Him in the Year 2009? Taylor Road Baptist will have several opportunities

for you next year through home mission trips; a trip for carpenters; an overseas trip to Brazil; and, perhaps, other destinations. Several dates

are pending at this time. Continue to pray about how God can use you in a mission project next

year. More information about opportunities will be provided as dates are set.

Christmas Eve ServiceWednesday, December 24

5:00 p.m.

Girls In ActionIn the month of December the GAs will be assembling Christmas baskets for the Eastview Terrace residents. They will also be caroling at Wesley Gardens one Wednesday, so watch

for the date!

AWANAThe boys in the AWANA program

will be delivering their canned goods that they have been collecting for the past two months. The goods will be going to the Faith Rescue Mission to help feed needy families for the

Christmas Season.

Montgomery now has a new contemporary Christian radio station – WVRV – The River – at 101.5 and 97.5 FM. The River plays uplifting, positive and encouraging music – “safe for the whole

family”-24/7 and keeps you informed about news, weather and traffic.

Angel Tree GiftsRemember to bring your Angel Tree gift back to

Taylor Road on Sunday, December 14th.

We will deliver the gifts on Saturday, December 20th at 10:00 am. If you are interested in volun-teering to help deliver these gifts, please contact

church office.

Preschool Ministry

Parent/Child DedicationSunday, December 7

During Morning Worship Service

Life offers opportunities to celebrate new beginnings. Our Christmas Season will have

a new beginning as we celebrate Parent/Child Dedication on Sunday, December 7, during the Morning Worship Service.

This is a time that we, as a church family, come together to assume responsibility for discipling children who are dedicated

through Sunday School, Missions, Discipleship Classes, and Choir. We also make a promise that we will encourage

their parents.

Please contact the preschool office if you are interested in adding your family to this

service.

Friendly FridayFriday, December 5 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Ages 6 months-K4 (Cost $25 per child)

This is a special day for preschooler parents. We will take care of your precious

children and you can have a day to do as you please. Registration begins on No-

vember 17. Space is limited so sign up early! Please call Holly in the Preschool

Office at 271-0845 or Belinda at 271-3363.

Preschool ChoirSundays at 5:30 p.m.

We will have a special time during December to learn about the birth of Jesus!

We will make manger scenes to share on December 14, the night of the Adult

Choir Christmas Concert. Also, we will sing at several retirement homes, where

we will leave the manger scenes as gifts. If you are not involved in choir, now

would be a great time to join us!

Family Skate Night

Monday, December 29Looney’s Skating Rink

6:00-8:00 p.m.EVERYONE is invited!

New Year’s Eve Chili Dinner & Service

Wednesday, December 31 @ 5:00 p.m.

Call the Church Office to make reservations for the

chili dinner by Noon on Tuesday, December 30.

We will celebrate Jesus’ birthday every week in Sunday school. Every one will receive a nativity set. Each Sunday during the month

preschoolers will receive a piece to complete their own manger scene. The Sunday School lessons will tell the story of Jesus’ Birthday!