OFFICE HOUR CHANGES FOR THE HOLIDAYS:
Please note that the church office will be closed from Dec. 26 thru Jan. 2. Please call the church office, 440-331-9433, or Pastor Don’s cell, 440-391-9823 for any pastoral concerns during the holiday season. Messages will be checked regularly. Happy Holidays to all!
BOXED OFFERING ENVELOPES:
Boxed offering envelopes are available in the narthex. These boxed sets are ideal for those folks who contribute weekly.
JANUARY 12TH ROCKPORT MEN'S GROUP:
The Rockport Men's Group will meet at the church on Thursday, January 12th at 6:30 pm for a potluck dinner. Kathy Blackwell, the Volunteer/Community Outreach Coordinator for the West Shore Meals on Wheels program will talk about the Meals on Wheels programs in Fairview Park, Rocky River, and Lakewood. West Shore Meals On Wheels is a community-based nonprofit organization that prepares and delivers nutritious meals to residents of Fairview Park, Lakewood, and Rocky River, Ohio. Everyone is invited to come and hear this presentation. I am sure Kathy's presentation will give you food for thought.
WOMEN’S CHILI LUNCHEON:
All women of the church are invited for a chili luncheon on January 18th at 12 noon in the meeting room at church. Donations will be accepted for Rockport Missions. Sign-ups are requested but not required. Please let the church office know of any dietary restrictions or if you need a ride. Hope to see everyone in the New Year for a time of fellowship and of course great food! Diana Leitch, 440-759-5980.
2023 PLEDGE UPDATE:
To date, we have received 52 pledges totaling $108,431. Thank you to those who have already pledged. Your financial commitment to Rockport is greatly appreciated. You may still mail in your pledge card, email, or call the church with your pledge, or fill out a pledge card available in the narthex. Pledges help leadership set budgets and plan for next year. Please remember all money received goes toward operating budget, as well as, paying our apportionments! Thank you, The Finance Committee
BOOK CLUB:
Our next book discussion will be on Wednesday, January 25 @ 7:00pm. We will be meeting at Bonnie’s house, corner of Story and Carol. The book we will be reading is “Call Your Daughter Home” by Deb Spera. This book is “a bold and mesmerizing debut set in a time and place lost to history; a world rescued now by Deb Spera, a talented storyteller. With lush language, Spera illuminates a powerful story of women, of motherhood and survival.” Hope to see everyone in January for fun, fellowship and discussion.
DON’T FORGET YOUR COMMITMENT TO ROCKPORT!
As we approach the end of the year, don’t forget your commitment to Rockport. Thank you, The Finance Committee
GOOGLE DRIVE REMINDER:
Rockport All Church Information, and Financial Reports can be found here or in the church office. October Financials are now posted.
REMINDER:
Office hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00 - 2:00pm and Fridays from 8:00 - 1:00pm.
Rev. Don's office hours are Tuesday and Thursdays from 11:00 - 1:00pm
CONFERENCE NEWS:
Check out the conference website https://www.eocumc.com/
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Calendar of Events:
Friday, Dec. 23, 2022
9:45am – Al-Anon
Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022
5:00pm - Candlelight Christmas Eve worship with choir and special music
Sunday, Dec. 25, 2022 (CHRISTMAS DAY)
8:30-9:00am - Early Morning Service
10:00am - In-Person Worship & Live Streamed
Monday, Dec. 26-Monday, Jan. 2, 2024 - CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
Friday, Dec. 30, 2022
9:45am – Al-Anon
Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 (NEW YEARS DAY)
8:30-9:00am - Early Morning Service
10:00am - In-Person Worship & Live Streamed
Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023
7-9:00pm – Prayer Shawl Ministry
Friday, Jan. 6, 2023
9:45am – Al-Anon
Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023
8:30-9:00am - Early Morning Service
10:00am - In-Person Worship & Live Streamed
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023
5:30pm – Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023
6:30-8:00pm – Good News Kids and M& M’s
6:30-8:00pm – UMYF Homework Hangout
Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023
6:30pm – Men’s Group
Friday, Jan. 13, 2023
9:45am – Al-Anon
Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023
8:30-9:00am - Early Morning Service
10:00am - In-Person Worship & Live Streamed
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Prayer List:
(please fill out a prayer card in pews, email church office or call to add to this list)
NEW THIS WEEK
Nancy Geyer, home after hospitalization with health concerns
Bob Weaver, recovering at home from flu and kidney stone. Requested by Laurie Weaver
ONGOING PRAYERS
Earl Shick, health concern
Linda Rudy, battling breast cancer. Friend of Diana Leitch
Doug MacMillan, in a rehab center recovering from COVID
Ema Rollins, recovering from a fall
*Angela Burke, Akron Summacare doing better and hopes to be home by Christmas. Thanks for all the prayers. Daughter of Marian Banno
Rick Damper, awaiting a kidney transplant. Friend of Dan Newman
Adrienne, prayers for recovery from a recent stroke. Friend of Dan Newman
Vicki Moenich, reoccurrence of cancer
David Stephan, prayers and healing while undergoing cancer treatment
Pattie Sinnes, prayers for strength and healing for her health concerns
Tom Schultz, diagnosed with brain atrophy. Good friend of the Wilkenson’s
Dave Clinton, health concerns
Debra, cancer returned for third time. Friend of Lynn Wilkenson
Elsie Gaewsky, prayers for healing and strength
Betty Jones, prayers for healing
Erna Guia, prayers for healing
Bill Bowers-Health concerns
Katie Patton, single mom of 3 with stage 4 liver cancer. Requested by the Wilkinson’s
Jan Tietje, medical concerns
PRAISE
Ron is doing well at the nursing facility since his return from the hospital. Thanks for all your prayers. Brother of Debbie & Scott Bryant
Sarah Bungard is retiring from the Marine Corps after 23 years of service. Sister-in-law of Keith Kopko
SYMPATHY
Family and friends of Rick Gorzelanczyk who passed into life eternal on Dec. 8, 2022. Please keep his wife Linda, of 56 years, and family in prayer. Requested by Sherri Gordon
Family and friends of Katie McNally, who at the age of 29 lost her year-long battle with Leukemia. Friend of the Leitch Family
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News from our Youth
and Children's Ministries
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YOUTH:
YOUTH DISCUSSION GROUP series:
We will gather for dinner & Discussion. Variety of topics, from school to friends to problems we face, to how it all fits into God’s plan…
JOIN US all school year! 2023 Dates coming soon!
WEDNESDAYS:
Homework Hangout! 6:30 to 8 p.m. (in the Youth Room)
Join us for some food, fellowship, and working on homework!
WE WILL BE OFF for Christmas break, covering all of our school systems: December 28th, and January 4th. We return on Wednesday, January 11th!
CHILDREN AND YOUTH:
WEDNESDAYS:
Good News Kids! 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Come and join in on the fun! Eat dinner together, activities, music, art, games… and FUN!
4 yrs old through 6th graders! We need 7th through 12th helpers! (I will feed you haha)
WE WILL BE OFF for Christmas break, covering all of our school systems: December 28th, and January 4th. We return on Wednesday, January 11th!
MINI MISSIONS!
KIDS AND YOUTH! Be watching for our Mission Possible opportunities coming up! Bring a friend whenever you want!
*YOUTH: REMEMBER that you can earn some community service hours whenever we have mission opportunities or working with the younger kids!
DECEMBER/JANUARY MISSIONS to work on:
Collecting for cabinet
Collecting hats, gloves, scarves
Serving like Jesus project
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DECEMBER CHILDREN & YOUTH BIRTHDAYS:(If you do not see your child age 0-17th's birthday, please notify the church office.) DEC. 11 FAITH & GRACE BOYETTE  DECEMBER WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES:(If you don't see your wedding anniversary, please notify the church office.) DEC. 28 RUSS & DIANNE HALL, 59 YEARS
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