Welcome to the vine
Thank you so much for joining us today. We are glad you're here!
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songs this week
Come And Behold
I Know A Name
King Of Kings
Here Comes Heaven
weekly announcements
KIDZU CHRISTMAS FX
December 7th & 14th 6pm
Tonight is Christmas FX at our FB campus, and next Sunday we will celebrate at our CE campus! Make plans to bring the whole family for singing, games, and milk and cookies!
Questions? Email us at kidzu@connecttothevine.org
THE VINE YOUTH
December 14th & 21st
Students, it's time to celebrate the holiday season together! FB students, we will have our Christmas party this Wednesday at 7pm, and CE will celebrate on the 21st. Wear your Christmas PJ's and invite a friend!
View the full TVY calendar at connecttothevine.org/next-gen/youth
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
CHRISTMAS OFFERING
Christmas Eve
This Christmas Eve, you're invited to give generously and support kids in our church and community. Every dollar from our Christmas Eve offering will be split evenly between paying down lunchroom debt at our local schools and offsetting the cost of the summer camps that our students will be part of next June.
Place gifts in offering basket or give boxes, or make a donation online at connecttothevine.org/give and be sure to mark your gift with "Christmas Offering".
YEAR END GIVING
December 31st
If you are wanting to give to The Vine Church before the end of the year, please utilize online giving through our website, the pre-paid postage envelopes in the chair pockets, or drop off your gift through the mail slot at our CE campus.
Give online at connecttothevine.org/give
christmas at the movies | week three
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Scripture (ESV):
Luke 2:8-11
Philippians 2:2
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Luke 2:10
Teaching Notes:
- Joy isn’t found in circumstances. Joy is found in Christ.
- When Jesus entered the world, everything changed for everyone.
- Joy shared is joy strengthened.
- Happiness comes from what's happening. Joy comes from who's with you.
- Joy is not the absence of sorrow. Joy is the presence of the Savior.
Reflection Questions:
1. Where in your life are you tempted to wait for “perfect conditions” before experiencing joy? How might you choose joy despite imperfections?
2. Who in your life could benefit from the joy you’ve received from Christ? How could you intentionally share joy with them this week?
3. How can you practically focus on Christ’s presence this week instead of letting circumstances dictate your emotional state? How would this change the way you experience this Christmas season?
4. Why is fighting for gratitude important? What are 5 specific things that you can be grateful for today that could help fuel your joy?
5. What is one concrete way you can intentionally choose joy each day this week, even when life feels heavy or stressful?
