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Dear Resurrection Family and Friends,
As we begin to look toward the coming new year, we are excited to invite everyone in our congregation to experience a Taste of Alpha on Wednesday, January 16. If you find yourself wondering what exactly Alpha is or even if you have some experience with Alpha, we hope the information that follows will help give you clarity and also get you excited to come and experience Alpha for yourself!
What is Alpha?
Alpha is a series of gatherings exploring the Christian faith. There are three ingredients that go into an Alpha gathering: excellent food, a short talk, and a discussion at the end in a small group setting where you can share your thoughts. At Alpha, there is no question that is out of bounds. Our Alpha will run from Wednesday, January 16 to February 27 from 6:30-8:00pm. Dinner and childcare are provided.
Who is Alpha for?
Alpha is for everyone. The evenings are designed to encourage conversation and explore life, spirituality, and the foundations of the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. Whether you have been involved in a church your whole life, have never even thought about going to church, or anywhere in between, Alpha is for you.
Why should I come to Alpha?
Our hope is that you come to a Taste of Alpha on January 16th with a desire to make friends, have fun, and with a willingness to ask questions, and that by coming, you find a safe place where you can share your thoughts, foster a continued clarity on the Christian faith, and gain a better understanding of the person of Jesus.
I’m interested. What do I do now?
Sign up to attend at resbalt.org/alpha! We are asking everyone to pre-register so that we can properly plan for food and resources. Also, this is a compelling opportunity to consider inviting your friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers who also have questions about the Christian faith to a place where these can be explored in a safe, friendly, non-judgmental environment. Finally, there is an Alpha training on Wednesday, January 2 at 6:30pm if you are interested in volunteering to help.
I am excited for this new year and the start of Alpha – I hope to see you there!
~ Rev. John Kirby
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Cookie Walk is this Sunday!
Stop by the Fellowship hall in between services or after the 11am service, walk through our tables of with homemade cookies and treats, fill up your box, then donate on your way out the door. You can bring cash or write a check (simply put “Cookie Walk” on the memo line). The suggested donation is $7 per dozen, but feel free to give as much or as little as you’d like. All proceeds go toward this year’s Student Ministry Nogales, Mexico service trip.
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Christmas Flower Sponsors and Memorials
We offer an opportunity for everyone to sponsor a poinsettia for a suggested donation of $25. With your donation, you can also memorialize or honor your loved ones, and their name(s) will be printed in the Christmas Eve bulletins. You can also then take home one of the poinsettias after the 10:00pm service on Christmas Eve.
You can sign up for poinsettia(s) or a memorial donation using our online form OR by emailing the church office at office@resbalt.org or calling 410-560-0456. Payments can be made in the offering plate or by mailing your check with "Christmas Flowers" in the memo line. All payments and names for memorials or honorariums must be submitted by Monday, December 17.
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December 24 services
3:00pm – Family Christmas Pageant with Communion and childcare (0-4)
5:00pm – Candlelight Service of Holy Communion, with childcare, preschool class, and Kids' worship
8:00pm – Candlelight Service of Holy Communion
10:00pm – Candlelight Service of Holy Communion
December 25 services
10:00am – Christmas Day
*Please note: there will be no 6:00pm service on December 23 or 30.
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FaithWorks: At Jacob's Well Christmas Open House
 At Jacob’s Well is a residential program for homeless people with some mental illness. Toward the end of each month, we provide a meal for them, but we are especially rewarded for being with them. In December we will help host the Christmas Open House on Wednesday, December 19 from 12:00 – 5:00pm at 323 E 25th Street in Baltimore. Please make finger foods or desserts. The residents will drop in as they can – there will also be bags of gifts for them. Come celebrate their Christmas.
We need: Deviled eggs • Finger sandwiches • Cheese and crackers • Vegetables and dip • Macaroni salad • Fruit • Desserts – pies, cakes, cookies, etc. • Drinks
If you have questions or are interested in taking part, email Edie Townsend, call 443-621-3051 or sign up on the ResCommunity board.
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Cornerstone: Laying a Foundation of Faith
This winter, Student Ministries will be offering a 12-week course called Cornerstone, offering an opportunity to learn more about the key components of our faith. We are pairing Cornerstone with the launch of Alpha, running for our adults, on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm. The first class for students will be on Wednesday, January 16.
If you’ve already been confirmed, or even if you’re not sure that you want to be... you are welcome to come and be a part of the Cornerstone experience. You can drop in for as many classes as you’d like, with no commitment required. However, if you are interested in getting confirmed this year, then this course is required. Attendance of 10 out of the 12 weeks is necessary. Parents, if your son or daughter is participating as part of the confirmation process, there is a parent meeting one week prior on Wednesday, January 9. Have questions? Email Brad Boucher.
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The Winter 2019 session of Res 101 will be held on Saturday, January 19 from 9:00am–12:00pm. This is the first stop for those who are in the “I’m just checking out churches” phase, the “I’ve been here a while and I’m ready to begin connecting” phase, or somewhere in between. It’s an opportunity to get clarity on what Church of the Resurrection is all about, and what it means to be a part of a Resurrection. You can register online or email Pam Waldhauser. Childcare is available, but please be sure to pre-register.
In addition, one of the components of Res 101 is an Instructed Eucharist where we walk through an entire service learning about our Anglican worship. The next Instructed Eucharist will be on Saturday, February 9th from 9:00-11:00am. Childcare will not be offered, however kids are welcome in the sanctuary and to attend the teaching.
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Come to Israel in 2019!
Church of the Resurrection's fourth trip to Israel is February 10-22, 2019. We're excited to be able to offer this opportunity to our congregation and beyond! The purpose of the trip is to:
- Understand more completely the Scriptures and what it means to follow Christ.
- Understand the cultural, historical, geographical life of Jesus in context.
- Encounter the Messiah in the places He lived.
To learn more about this trip, be sure to visit our website. Contact Kari Larche if you would like more information. Looking forward to "Next Year in Jerusalem" with you!
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Sunday, December 16
9:00, 11:00 am and 6:00 pm
Scripture Readings
Malachi 3:1-15
Psalm 73:21-26
2 Corinthians 9:10-15
John 12:23-26
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Check Planning Center for Your Volunteer Schedule This Sunday
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Planning Center is a helpful web tool that we use to schedule our volunteers for our Sunday services. Don't forget to log into Planning Center to put in your blockout dates and check to see when you're serving. If you need help logging into Planning Center, would like to serve on a ministry, or have questions please contact Christel Smallman at christel@resbalt.org.
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Pastoral Care at Resurrection
If you or your family has a Pastoral Care need, please notify Pam Waldhauser (pam@resbalt.org) at the church office 410-560-0456 of any pastoral needs for our community.
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Prayer at Resurrection
Resurrection Prayer List
- **We have added an extra layer of security to this page. The password is Resurrection01.** Please take time to pray for the needs of our church family by clicking here. To be added or to give an update to this list, please email Pam Waldhauser at pam@resbalt.org.
Prayer Chain (Real-Time Email Prayer Requests)
- If you have a prayer request for the prayer chain (can be confidential), please email it to Karen Kish, at kok30@yahoo.com.
- If you would like to be someone who receives these prayer requests by email and commits to praying for the needs as they come in, contact Karen Kish to be added to the list.
Weekly Intercessory Prayer Meeting
- All are welcome each Wednesday at 12pm in the sanctuary to pray for our church. No prior experience necessary. This is a great opportunity to grow in your faith and prayer life!
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