DEVOTIONAL:
Colossians 3:23: 23 Whatever you do, do your work [a]heartily, as for the Lord [b]rather than for men,
In order to work “as for the Lord rather than for men,” you must begin with employment that honors Him. Just because you have a chance to make money at a job doesn’t mean you should necessarily take it.
God does not approve of all businesses. He certainly would not bless anything that exploits or deceives people.You may say, “Well, this is the only job I could get.” But compromising your faith is never the way to support your family. A clear conscience and vibrant Christian life is far more important than the money you could earn from unethical pursuits. Furthermore, if God doesn’t want you doing a certain job, He’ll give you a better place to work.
Once you find appropriate employment, be sure to treat other people the way God does—with love and respect, whatever their position is. When I was in college, maids cleaned our rooms. I remember some of my roommates saying harsh things about the “hired help.” I thought to myself, If that were my mother, how would I want somebody to treat her? I began to regard the maid as if she were my mom—someone who cared about cleaning my room. How do you want people to treat your children? How do you want them to treat your husband or your wife? How do you want to be treated?
The Bible tells us to work as unto the Lord (Col. 3:23). We can’t do that unless we’re at a job that pleases Him and aligns with His ways. Once we find ourselves serving Him in our job, we must never forget to treat others with love and respect, regardless of our position—or theirs.
CHURCH NEWS YOU CAN USE:
PRUMC Families - Save the Date for the Advent Workshop - Sunday, Nov. 27, 4:00 –6:00pm Fellowship Hall
Join us for crafts galore as we kick-off the Adven tSeason. Come for fellowship, decorating fun and Pero’s pizza! Bring children’s hats, gloves and scarves for Christmas Kindness. Register at www.prumc.org<http://www.prumc.org/ by Friday, November 18. Contact Noel McCullough at 404-240-8221.
We need volunteers to help with set-up, man the crafttables, registration and take down.
Please email noelm@prumc.org to volunteer.
Join us for crafts galore as we kick-off the Adven tSeason. Come for fellowship, decorating fun and Pero’s pizza! Bring children’s hats, gloves and scarves for Christmas Kindness. Register at www.prumc.org<http://www.
We need volunteers to help with set-up, man the crafttables, registration and take down.
Please email noelm@prumc.org to volunteer.
CURRICULUM:
On 11/20 we will begin class at 10:15am to allow anyone to attend the building vote at 10am who is interested.
Join us this Sunday as we begin a 4-week series on Advent called “Advent Through the Eyes of Those Who Waited.” As we all begin our preparations for Christmas, this is a right time to focus our studies together on preparing for the Messiah. Each week in our study we will profile several biblical characters and their perspective of waiting for the Messiah, from the prophets to John the Baptist to Mary. Thanks to the Hodges and the Metzners who will co-lead this study.
We will not have class on Sunday, November 27th, Christmas Day or New Year's Day. Please take some time on these special days to attend service and enjoy time with your families.
OUTREACH:
From Outreach - Be an LAF Santa for the UMCH
On behalf of the United Methodist Children's Home, we have the honor to sponsor three sisters this year, Jamesha (8), Kayla (4) and Jahshayla (1) this year for Christmas. You all may remember that we sponsored three boys from UMCH last year, and you all outdid yourselves in how quickly and generously you responded.
I know that our class is more than capable of making Christmas special for these sweet girls. Please send an email to ksspencer@gmail.com and let outreach know how you would be willing to help out these children. (They will try to accommodate all requests, but if someone has already claimed the gift you would like to give, please be flexible:)
Jamesha, Age 8, "I like to sing and dance!"1. Loopz Game
On behalf of the United Methodist Children's Home, we have the honor to sponsor three sisters this year, Jamesha (8), Kayla (4) and Jahshayla (1) this year for Christmas. You all may remember that we sponsored three boys from UMCH last year, and you all outdid yourselves in how quickly and generously you responded.
I know that our class is more than capable of making Christmas special for these sweet girls. Please send an email to ksspencer@gmail.com and let outreach know how you would be willing to help out these children. (They will try to accommodate all requests, but if someone has already claimed the gift you would like to give, please be flexible:)
Jamesha, Age 8, "I like to sing and dance!"1. Loopz Game
2. Furreal Friend Go Go Pup
3. Little Mommy doll (African-American. an extra set of clothes too?)
4. CD karaoke machine
5. Clothing size 14-16
Kayla, Age 4, "I like to dance and sing"1. Dora Kitchen
2. doll house (if it comes with dolls, African-American)
3. bike (and helmet)
4. ball
5. clothing size 6x, shoes size 1 - (Amy R. has already volunteered to buy her a play outfit and dressy outfit – thanks!)
6. Age-appropriate education toy
Jahshayla, Age 11. Tickle Me Elmo
5. clothing size 6x, shoes size 1 - (Amy R. has already volunteered to buy her a play outfit and dressy outfit – thanks!)
6. Age-appropriate education toy
Jahshayla, Age 11. Tickle Me Elmo
2. riding toy
3. fisher price baby toys
4. balls
5. baby doll (African-American)
6. clothing size 18 mo,
7. diaper size 4 (should we get them size 5 and 6?)
We will be collecting the UNWRAPPED gifts at Sunday School, at the LAF Christmas party or let some on Outreach know, and we can arrange to pick it up if you can’t seem to make it happen! To make sure that the gifts are there on Christmas morning, we need to have them NO LATER than Wednesday, December 14.
Thank you for your generosity!
3. fisher price baby toys
4. balls
5. baby doll (African-American)
6. clothing size 18 mo,
7. diaper size 4 (should we get them size 5 and 6?)
We will be collecting the UNWRAPPED gifts at Sunday School, at the LAF Christmas party or let some on Outreach know, and we can arrange to pick it up if you can’t seem to make it happen! To make sure that the gifts are there on Christmas morning, we need to have them NO LATER than Wednesday, December 14.
Thank you for your generosity!
SOCIAL:
We are currently planning the 2012 social calendar and would love your feedback Let us know if you would like to host an event or have an idea for the upcoming year. Please email Elizabeth(ebwerdesheim@gmail.com ) or Natalia (nataliakelly06@hotmail.com).
Thanksgiving Lunch
Join us this Sunday, November 20th, for the Harvest Luncheon in the Fellowship Hall following class. We plan to reserve a few tables for the LAFers. Look forward to sharing the holiday meal with you!
Join us this Sunday, November 20th, for the Harvest Luncheon in the Fellowship Hall following class. We plan to reserve a few tables for the LAFers. Look forward to sharing the holiday meal with you!
Christmas Party
Please make plans for the Annual LAF Christmas Party on Saturday, December 10th at the home of Kevin and Jo Hodges. The Hodges are providing additional cheer this year with a Champagne Bar! The class will provide the traditional Chick-fil-A nugget tray and we ask that you bring an appetizer, dessert, or beer/wine to share. Email Elizabeth (ebwerdesheim@gmail.com) if you didn't receive the Evite.
2012 LAF Land Cruise
We are repeating our LAF adults-only trip this spring. The 2012 expedition is scheduled for April 12-15 in Negril, Jamaica at Riu Negril (http://www.riu.com/en/Paises/
NAMETAGS:
If you are newer to the class and would like a nametag please email Lauren Borowsky (laurenmccoy@hotmail.com ). The nametags are $5 each - check to Lauren payable to PRUMC (or cash).
NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS/ANNIVERSARIES:
PJ Wade - 11/2
Natalia Kelly - 11/6
Malia Metzner - 11/7
Jen Linneman - 11/12
Collins Easom - 11/12
Kathryn Spencer - 11/16
Amy Register - 11/21
The Spencers - 11/5
The Blackwoods - 11/23
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