The Family of God

at Clear Creek

Connecting People to God

and to Each Other

5612 Hixson Pike / 423-877-6232 / www.clearcreekcoc.org

As We Celebrate:

Song 121—Come Let Us All Unite to Sing Song 122—The Love of God

Song—Arms of Love Praise Song 110—Worthy is the Lamb

Communion: Jim Edgemon Song 791—On Bended Knee

Offering Song 396—There's Not a Friend

Song 902—Nothing But the Blood Song—There's a Stirring Lesson: SERVOLUTION

Praise Song 221—All Who Are Thirsty Prayer: Ben Vance Song—Blue Skies

November 25, 2012

Small Group Discussion Starters...

1. When you think of the concept of revolution, what comes to mind? In what ways can you see the church’s mission as a revolution? (Matthew 23:11-12) Does Servanthood play into this idea and, if so, how?

2. Read Matthew 10:34 and discuss how God has placed a “sword” in your life. How do you handle persecution? Does Jesus’ statements about it help? (refer to John 15:18 & 20)

3. Have you ever been unfairly criticized because of your faith, and how did you deal with it? Have you ever been refused the opportunity to serve, and why? What would you tell new Christians about the ridicule that comes with our faith?

4. In 2 Corinthians 4:16 it speaks of a renewal that prevents us from losing heart. Where does this renewal come from and have you ever experienced it? What ideas do you have about how you, your small group, and your church could better serve others? What will you do personally to make these dreams come true?

“Pray continually,” (I Thess. 5:17) for those we come in contact with—This is a time of year when many are lonely or hurting. We want to be intentional in showing Jesus to our community. Pray that connections are made through the Thanksgiving Outreach and the Community Christmas Party; for all to come to

know and believe in Christ.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Due to privacy concerns, permission to print needed from individuals or the family.

Please pray for our shut ins, for those not able to get out as they normally would due to health reasons, and for those going through the holidays who have recently lost loved ones.

Mary McGrath is having rehab after a spinal fusion. (Care Group 3)

Bruce Teague has advanced kidney failure and was working to get blood levels to normal before continuing dialysis. (Care Group 5)

Carol Golden had a rough time following her latest round of treatment. She does not need visitors at this time due to low blood counts and feeling poorly. (Care Group 6)

Charlotte Vance: for updates go to www.caringbridge.org/visit/charchar. (Care Group 1)

Glenda Lucas is having difficulty as a result of chemo treatment. Cards are appreciated: 2822 North Durand Ave., Chatt., TN 37406.

Louise Benson is at Health Center at Standifer Place, Room 142B, 2626 Walker Road, Chatt., TN 37421.

Betty Kennamer is at The Terrace, Room 303, 1005 Mountain Creek Road, Chatt., TN 37405.

THIS WEEK’S BIRTHDAYS

25 Gabriel Hodges, Nina Johnson 26 Cohen Lowe 27 Bridgett Chambers, Alicia Henderson,

Mary Evelyn Lynn 29 Juanita Beasley, Leann Davis,

Paul Farmer, Leah Gray, Frank Trimble, Doris Williams, Jenny Williams

30 Jeff Eblen, Rob Hatchett, Diane Hoilman

1 Ginger Hannah, Lee Harris, Ashley Hodges, Exia Lane, Martha Scoggins, John Ring, Lauren Van Eaton

FAMILY NEWS

We welcome Sherie Arnold and daughter,

Katie, who placed membership Nov. 18.

Now to Dec. 7: Baby Blessing Basket for Rachel and Josh Oakley. They are expecting a girl, Carolina Belew, in Dec.

Thanks to everyone who helped with the

annual Thanksgiving outreach!

COMING EVENTS

Nov. 28: Wednesday Night Meal: Burgers & tots. Sign up in lobby or gym today, or call the office to RSVP by Tuesday.

New Adult Classes start in December!

Dec. 2: New Arrivals Day: Join us as we celebrate our families who have been blessed with new arrivals this year. We ask that all of the Clear Creek family be present to encourage and support these new parents.

Dec. 17: Community Christmas Party: Starts at 5:00 pm. If you or your Small Group would be interested in sponsoring a family, please call the office.

SMALL GROUP

Find your place in a Small Group. Invite a friend to your Small Group; fill the empty

chair. Small Group brochures are at the info desk in the lobby and gym.

MEN’S MINISTRY

Wednesday Night Men’s Small Group: Brave Enough to Follow, in A2 with Nick Hughes and Joel Henderson.

Friday Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study: Meet at 6:30 am in the conference room.

COLLEGE/YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

Sunday College Class: What You Need to

Know About Spiritual Warfare, in room A2.

Sunday Young Professionals Class: The

Next Christians, in A3.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

Dec. 1: Saturday Morning Ladies Small Group: 9:30-11:00 am in room A9. Studying: Unglued, Making Wise Choices in

the Midst of Raw Emotions.

Dec. 4: Last Tuesday Morning Ladies Small Group Class in 2012. Meet in café as usual, then go to Exia Lane's for a holiday pot luck and gift exchange.

Dec. 7: Ladies Ornament Party: In the cafe, starting at 5:30. Bring an ornament to exchange.

Sunday Ladies Class: Jesus Calling, led by Becky Oakley in room A9.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

Dec. 2: New Arrivals Day: Parents of babies born in 2012; please check your email

for important information!

Dec. 5: Pizza and Movie Night for Kindergarten through 5th grade in the elementary wing (5:30-7:30 pm). Bring a pillow, blanket, etc. Great job on "Filling the Jar"! Parents please contact Natalie (877-6232) with any questions.

YOUTH MINISTRY

December Calendar coming soon!

WORSHIP TIMES

Sunday: Bible Class: 9:30 am Worship: 10:30 am

Sunday Evening: Small Groups: Meet as scheduled.

Wednesday: 6:30 pm

ATTENDANCE

November 18, 2012

Worship Attendance: 753 Class Attendance: 481

CONTRIBUTION

2012 Weekly Budget: $24,508.00

11/18/12 Giving: $24,037.75

COMMUNION SERVERS/USHERS

Jim Adkisson Christopher Burdine Nelson Burger Andrew Donahoo Rob Feisley Tanner Haynes Wayne Hendrix Tag Higgins Tommy Marlin Scott Massey Keith Mosley Ben Vance

CLEAR CREEK SHEPHERDS

Gary Carson Walter Elliott Bobby Golden Larry Grant Don Haynes Dick Salisbury

MINISTRY STAFF

Joey Davis, Senior Minister Jake Hendrix, Executive Minister Phil Cannon, Servant Leadership Minister Mitchell Halstead, Youth Minister Jana Cannon, First Connections Minister Becki Majors, Children’s Minister Natalie Mosley, Children’s Minister

But Jesus called them to Himself and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. It is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your slave; just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.”

~Matthew 20:25-28