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Music News
December 14, 2020
Dear Alta Woods Family –
So much has taken place since my last Music Notes in July. The year 2020 has been tumultuous, yes??!! But here we are on the cusp of 2021, and God’s shaking continues across the earth. May the Bride of Christ lead believers to a posture of repentance, prayer, and seeking His will. I believe God works through the Church to accomplish His plans and purposes. May we carefully give Him all the glory, honor, and praise! At Christmastime, we celebrate the incredible generosity of our God. John 3:16 reminds us He gave us what was most precious to Him – His Son! “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” God gave Jesus, and Jesus gave His life on the cross as an offering for our sin. We can give without loving, but we can’t love without giving.
Our deepest gratitude goes to Lynn Hill and the Christmas elves who decorated the sanctuary this year. It is no small task and the work was accomplished in less than a day! Thank you Lynn and elves: Reba Bradshaw, Rita Farmer, Sandra and Lark Hammond, Billy Ray and Isaiah Jackson, Mark and Barbara Kirby, Agnes Middleton, Shannon and Glen Owen, Mary Renegar, Peggy and Billy Roberts, Delma Smith, and Billie Welch for the gift of your time and talent. Elbow bumps and waves from afar will abound to you.
Alta Woods’ final 2020 Bible study and Wednesday Worship is December 16 when we will observe the Lord’s Supper.
Poinsettias may be taken afterward to share with anyone unable to be with us. We pray it will bring the joy of the Christ Child to their lonely days.
O God, please give Alta Woods and Your worldwide church unity, focus, and purpose centered in worshiping and serving You. God, please give us patient endurance in trials and faithfulness to the tasks You set before us. Let us pursue holiness so You may be glorified. Unite our hearts to fear Your name. Amen.
Worship Is Our Response to the Glory of God …
Recognize His glory with your mind …
Cherish His glory with your heart …
Proclaim His glory with your mouth …
Celebrate His glory in all of life.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and those you love –
David and Terry