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songs this week
Egypt
Rattle
Mighty Name Of Jesus
Holy Forever
weekly announcements
CHRISTMAS EVE BAPTISMS
December 24th
Our next opportunity for baptism will be on Christmas Eve! What better way to celebrate Jesus' birth and declare publicly that you follow Him!
Learn more about baptism and get registered by Dec 14th at connecttothevine.org/connect/baptism
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Saturday, December 6th
Our 4th annual Breakfast with Santa event is coming soon! Sign up for a time slot for pictures with Santa, and invite some friends to enjoy pancakes and fun!
Sign up for a time slot for a photo with Santa on our website at connecttothevine.org/breakfast-with-santa
KIDZU CHRISTMAS FX
December 7th & 14th
Our annual Christmas Kidzu FX programs are so fun! We are excited to offer you two choices of dates to celebrate the season with us. Both nights will be filled with family fun, laughter, milk & cookies, and more!
Questions? Email us at kidzu@connecttothevine.org
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES
Wednesday, December 24th
So we can better prepare for you and yours, please make sure to grab your free reservations if you plan on joining us this Christmas Eve for a candlelight worship service.
Get your free Christmas Eve spots at connecttothevine.org/christmas-eve
CONNECT GROUPS
Sign ups open Sunday!
A new season of our Connect Groups will begin in January, and signups are OPEN! Find your community in one of our many study and social groups!
Find your group at connecttothevine.org/connect/connect-groups
christmas at the movies | week one
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Scripture (ESV):
Romans 15:13
Romans 8:28
Teaching Notes:
- Our hope isn't built on circumstances. Our hope is built on Christ.
- Hope sees purpose when life feels pointless.
- Hope grows when it’s given away.
Reflection Questions:
1. What is your favorite Christmas movie? What Christmas traditions or memories stir something meaningful in you?
2. Like George Bailey, many of us have moments where we wonder if our lives make any difference. Where in your life have you been tempted to believe the lie that your life doesn’t matter or that you’re not making an impact?
3. Romans 15:13 reminds us that God fills us with hope. What circumstances are currently challenging your sense of hope? How could trusting God reshape the way you see your circumstances?
4. Mary and Joseph’s story shows that God doesn’t wait for perfect conditions to show up.
Where do you need to be reminded that Jesus (Emmanuel) is with you right now? How can you be intentional to live with awareness of this truth even in the chaos or disappointment?
5. Recognizing that hope grows when it’s given away, who in your life right now needs hope? What’s one tangible way you could bring encouragement, love, or God’s presence to them this week?
