Estrella Mountain Church
Good News
Isaiah 52:7
How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace, who brings good news of happiness, who publishes salvation, who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.”
We will be meeting together this Sunday, December 6, 9am service only. We will be live streaming both 9am and the 11am service. Once again, we leave the decision of wearing a mask and/or social distancing up to you. We have hand sanitizer and masks available for your convenience, and the facility is clean. If you do not feel well or have possibly been exposed to COVID, please stay home.
Christmas Eve services will be on Dec. 24, 4pm on the fields (bring your own chair and/or blanket) and also at 11pm in the sanctuary.
After careful consideration, the Ladies Christmas Tea is canceled. We will definitely miss our sweet time of fellowship, but look forward to more times together in the near future. We will still be collecting gift cards and cash donations for the Lockard family, which can be placed in the drop box outside the church office, in the offering plate (designate your donation to the Lockard family), or at the 12/13 Sunday service in the courtyard. Thank you for your generosity and understanding.
You Matter Ministries continues to minister to the homeless. They are most in need of WATER. Please bring your water and PB&J donations on Monday & Tuesday, 9am-11am, and/or on Sundays. Thank you!
Thank you again for your faithfulness and generosity! There are several ways you can give: We have a drop box by the office door, mail your check, use your bank's Bill Pay option and have them send your check, or give online here: https://emcaz.org/give. Again, thank you!
If you know of anyone who needs help, or need to contact the office, please call (623.386.0300) or email (annk@emcaz.org) and I'll respond as soon as possible.
Looking forward in HOPE!
Ann Knister
annk@emcaz.org
Livestream - EMC Sunday Service
We are streaming on Sunday, 9am & 11am. Here's the link: https://faithlife.com/emcaz/livestream
Giving Summary 2020
Through 11.29.2020
Budget Needs Year-to-Date $417,600
Actual Giving Year-to-Date $417,558 99.9%
Thank you for your faithfulness!
Women's Ministry
EVERY MOMENT COUNTS...EVERY WOMAN COUNTS
We strive to make Every Moment Count
and we believe that Every Woman Counts!
Please join the Estrella Mountain Church Women & Ministry private FB group here www.facebook.com/groups/EMCWomensMinistry
In this private group you can share praises, prayer requests and connect with other women from EMC.
Save the date! Women's Retreat @ EMC, January 22-23, 2021.
Let's stay connected!
**CANCELED Ladies 8th Annual Christmas Tea
After careful consideration, the Ladies Christmas Tea is canceled. We will definitely miss our sweet time of fellowship, but look forward to more times together in the near future. We will still be collecting gift cards and cash donations for the Lockard family, which can be placed in the drop box outside the church office, in the offering plate (designate your donation to the Lockard family), or at the 12/13 Sunday service in the courtyard. Thank you for your generosity and understanding.
Blessing the Lockards: We will collect cash and/or gift cards. They will be traveling to Mayo for their sweet daughter, Desi's radiation 5 days a week for 6 weeks so gas, restaurant and grocery store (they live close to Fry's) gift cards would be very helpful to the family.
Women's Bible Study
Friday morning group will start up again after the first of the year. For more info, contact Janet Erb at erb.janet@gmail.com
The Wednesday evening group is meeting @ 6:30pm in the Ignite Student Center. They will meet next week, and then be on break for the holidays. For more info, contact Laurie Knapp at laurieknapp1@yahoo.com.
Membership Class Rescheduled
Membership Class will meet on Sat., Dec. 12, 9am-noon. Please RSVP your attendance by emailing annk@emcaz.org.
Ignite Student Ministries
NEW TIMES! We have grown and needed to add another gathering time. Still meeting on Sunday, JR HIGH is 4:30-6pm, SR HIGH is 6-7:30pm.
6th grade students are welcome to attend Ignite! We are meeting in person on Sundays at 4:30pm. Also, volleyball for all ages on Wednesday evenings!
Follow us on Instagram at emcstudents for what's happening this week. Questions? Contact David Sims at ignite@emcaz.org or Cameron Isaacs at cameroni@emcaz.org for more info.
Forge
Forge regularly meets Tuesdays, 6-7:15pm!
FORGE is a time for families to grow and learn together! We’ll have worship, games and a look at the WHOLE story of God, from Genesis to Revelation! You don’t want to miss out!
New Chairs!
We have new chairs coming in February/March. If you would like to donate to help with this purchase, please mark your gift "Chairs." We are long overdue for new ones, and found a great deal at $60 each. Thank you for your consideration!
Prayer Gathering
Meeting the first Monday @ 6:30pm and the third Thursday @ 6:30pm, office conference room.
Coming up - Monday, Dec. 7 @ 6:30PM. Come and pray!
Communication Card & Prayer Requests
Communication cards are on the back table in the sanctuary if you are attending Sunday service. You can update your contact information, etc. AND you can submit prayer requests and praise reports.
If you aren't attending services, please email annk@emcaz.org with any updates, prayers and praises. Thanks!
Estrella Mountain Preschool
Preschool is in session! Registration is still open online for the 2020-21 school year. Visit https://empreschool.com to register, and to learn more about our preschool. There are only a few openings remaining, so don’t delay! Contact Lisa Tucker if you have questions. Email lisat@emcaz.org or call the office at 623.476.5578
Love One Another
Call, email or use social media to stay in touch. Of all people, we will be known by our love for others. Hugs and prayers and blessings. We love you!
