Matthew 3:1-12

In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” 

This is the one of whom the prophet Isaiah spoke when he said, “The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.’” 

Now John wore clothing of camel’s hair with a leather belt around his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey. 

Then the people of Jerusalem and all Judea were going out to him, and all the region along the Jordan, and they were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins.

But when he saw many Pharisees and Sadducees coming for baptism, he said to them, “You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 

Bear fruit worthy of repentance. 

Do not presume to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our ancestor’; for I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children to Abraham. 

Even now the ax is lying at the root of the trees; every tree therefore that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 

“I baptize you with water for repentance, but one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to carry his sandals. 

He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 

His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor and will gather his wheat into the granary; but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire.”    

We have SO many amazing things planned to celebrated our 160th Anniversary.  

On Sunday, December 7th:  At Home In The Woods: Pastor Chris Schiavino will share reflections on his time guiding us through the transition into our newly remodeled and expanded church building.     

Also on this date, our children will present a Rockin Royal Christmas musical in the sanctuary at 4 pm, followed by a fellowship meal downstairs.  Please join us for the festivities, food and fellowship!

Saturday, December 13th from 10AM to 12 Noon.  Soup is $9 a quart and Cookies are $14 per pound.  We will be accepting the soup/cookie donations Friday, December 12th at 6PM. Sign up sheet is at the church.   

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Our United Methodist Men's group is having their meeting, meal and message!

Ride Share – Our Men’s Group has set up a ride share service for those in need of rides for appointments. Please see Philip George or email clumcmensgroup@gmail.com for more details!