Estrella Mountain Church
Merry Christmas!
John 1:14
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.
We will be meeting together this Sunday, December 27, 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 TODAY, Dec. 24, 4pm at the fields here at EMC (bring your own chair and/or blanket) and also at 11pm in the sanctuary.
The office is closed until after the first of the year. Please email me at annk@emcaz.org if you have any needs or concerns.
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 12.20.2020
Budget Needs Year-to-Date $443,700
Actual Giving Year-to-Date $452,278 102%
Thank you for your faithfulness!
Donations & Volunteering can be done through BBQMission.org
End-of-Year Giving
Year-end Contributions - the deadlines are: mail must be postmarked no later than 12/31/20; drop-box donations must be dated and in the box by 12/31/20; online giving must be completed before midnight 12/31/20. And of course, your gift in the offering Sunday, 12/27, will be considered a 2020 charitable gift for tax purposes. Thank you for faithfully giving to EMC!
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.
Women's Retreat @ EMC is postponed. Watch for new dates!
Let's stay connected!
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 also on Christmas break. Please contact the church office for more information.
Ignite Student Ministries
**Christmas Break - we will meet again on January 3, 2021!
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 is on Christmas break and will resume Jan. 12, 2021. (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. So far, you have donated almost half of the amount needed. 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, Jan. 4, 2021 @ 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 closed for Christmas break Dec. 21-Jan. 3. Visit https://empreschool.com to learn more about our preschool. 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!
