Outreach by Dessert!

Most Christians struggle in sharing their faith with others. Here at Hannaford, we have a tool that will help you easily introduce your friends, family, and co-workers to the message of Jesus Christ. It is called Christmas Dessert Theater.

On December 4-6 you can invite your friends to a dessert theater at Hannaford. The cost is $7 per person.

Thursday and Friday evenings at 6:30pm the auditorium will be set up as a dessert theater. It will be beautifully decorated, both the room and the tables. You will be served a beverage and then enjoy a superb play called Doc's Holiday (see synopsis here). The Christmas comedy will approach the message of Christmas which is all about Jesus. Then mid-way through the play, dessert will be served. The desserts are very tasty!

This is a wonderful time to dress up and bring your friends. Perhaps after the presentation an opportunity to talk about the message of the play will arise. We encourage you to purchase tickets for your neighbors and friends. Tell them you have tickets for them and encourage them to sit with you in one of the evening presentations. The Saturday matinee, which is at 1:30pm, is also open to children.

Please don't miss this great opportunity to reach out to friends you have who don't know Jesus.

Dick Crosby, Senior Pastor

DIALOGUE for 20s and 30s

At Hannaford, we're exploring how we can better provide young people with opportunities to explore faith, worship together, grow spiritually, and to meet socially. As part of this effort, we're holding an initial meeting and Bible study we're calling DIALOGUE for those in their 20s and 30s.

It's happening this Saturday, November 22 @ 6:00pm and it will be an opportunity to have some food, meet people, study the Bible, and to talk more about how to best connect young adults into life at Hannaford.

If you can come, please let us know and plan to bring a food item to share. Child care will be available upon request.

Eric Powell, Pastor of Worship Arts

Parenting Seminar:Happiest Baby on the Block

You're invited to a workshop designed for those caring for children ages 0 to 4 months. Parents expecting a child will benefit from this workshop, too. Childcare available upon request. Sign up at the Welcome Center or contact the church office.

DATE: Saturday, November 22
TIME: 9:30am-11:00am
LOCATION: Upper Room

John Fenlason, Associate Pastor

Angel Tree 2008

Angel Tree is a ministry of Prison Fellowship that reaches out to the children of inmates with the love of Christ. In Matthew 18:5 Jesus said, "Whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name welcomes me."

Around Christmas, we at Hannaford are given the opportunity to purchase and deliver gifts to the children of inmates in their parent’s name. Through Angel Tree, these children feel a parent’s love, despite their absence. Each gift delivery also presents an opportunity to share the love and hope of Christ with each family. Here are the details:

• November 30: Take an angel and buy a $20-$25 Christmas gift
• December 14: Bring unwrapped gifts & angels back to Hannaford
  

For more details about Angel Tree at Hannaford, contact Doris Yebba.

Advent: The Hope & Anticipation of Christ

The observance of Advent candle lighting is an important one for worshiping congregations. It helps foster the anticipation of Christmas, not simply for the giving and getting of gifts, but for the anticipation of the coming return of Christ.

The word 'Advent' itself, is defined as "The arrival of something or someone important or awaited." An important aspect of observing Advent is to connect the experiences of ancient God-followers with ours today. Using the themes of Hope, Peace, Joy, Love, and Light, we will attempt to look back to those who anticipated Jesus' coming as well as hope for His coming return.

HOPE in Christ (November 30) - Like God's people centuries ago, we also look forward with HOPE and anticipation to the coming of the Christ.

PEACE in Christ (December 7) - Through long generations, God prepared a way in our world for the coming of His Son, and is still bringing peace to darkened lives. Jesus is our Peace. Jesus – The Prince of peace.

JOY in Christ (December 14) - We know that when Jesus was born in Bethlehem, the angels brought "good news of a great joy, which shall be to all people." The good news of Jesus' birth and the promise of peace are still "tidings of great joy" for us today…not only because Christ came, but also because He is still here.

LOVE of Christ (December 21) - We ask God to give us such love and wonder, that with shepherds and wise men and pilgrims unknown, we may come to adore the holy child, the promised King; and with our gifts worship him, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

LIGHT of the World (Christmas Eve) - Christ has made God known to us, and He makes us known to God. He can make the darkness and the despair of our lives shine like day. He is the Light of the world, the dawning of a new day.

It is our prayer that all people would experience the anticipation and hope of Christ this Christmas season; that you and I, like generations before, would find hope, peace, joy, and love through Jesus, who is the Light of the world.

There are still a few openings to participate in lighting candles this year during our worship services. If you are interested, please let me know.

Eric Powell, Pastor of Worship Arts

Holidays at Hannaford

THANKSGIVING WORSHIP
Sunday Morning, November 23 @ 8:30 & 10:45am
Express your thanks and gratitude through worship this Thanksgiving. Our morning worship services will feature a special emphasis to remember the blessings we have been given. What are you thankful for?

THANKSGIVING PRAISE, COMMUNION, & PIE FELLOWSHIP
Sunday Evening, November 23 @ 7:15pm
A special evening service will include an opportunity to share your blessings, communion, and will be followed by a Pie Fellowship. Please bring a pie to share with others.

CHRISTMAS DESSERT THEATER
Thursday-Friday, December 4-5 @ 6:30pm (adults & teens)
Saturday Family Matinee, December 6 @ 1:30pm
Bring some friends to see the Christmas comedy Doc's Holiday, a full-length theater production performed live on the Hannaford stage. Delicious desserts and light refreshments will be served in an atmosphere of elegance and holiday spirit.

CHRISTMAS SING-ALONG & KIDS
Sunday Morning, December 14 @ 8:30 & 10:45am
Join us for a piano-led Christmas sing-along, featuring some singing by our very own Hannaford kids.

AWANA CHRISTMAS CAROLING
Sunday Evening, December 14 @ 5:30pm
Kids are invited to join us during AWANA as we spread Christmas cheer to our neighbors at Eagles Manor.

CHRISTMAS WORSHIP
Sunday Morning, December 21 @ 8:30 & 10:45am
Our Christmas worship service will focus on the Love of Christ. Join us and invite a friend.

CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP BY CANDLELIGHT
Wednesday Evening, December 24 @ 4:30 & 5:30pm
Don't miss this acoustic evening of Christmas worship featuring communion and candlelight.

Discover Hannaford

Are you new to Hannaford? Would you like to meet other newcomers? Would like to know more about the church and staff? If so, Discover Hannaford is for you! Choose from these great upcoming classes and events to get connected...

DISCOVER HANNAFORD CLASS
Join us Sunday mornings, December 7 & 14 @ 9:45am in the Fellowship Room. Find out more here.

DISCOVER HANNAFORD DINNER
Monday, December 15 @ 6:30pm in the Fellowship Room. Find out more here.

Scott Yebba, Assimilation Pastor