Sunday Morning Adult &
Children's Bible Studies

​9:30 am

The Christmas season is an excellent time to go deeper into God’s  Word and gain new insights that will transform your life. Enjoy a        donut, sip some coffee, and dig into the Word with our Sunday        morning study and discussion groups. Free study guides provided for the adult class. Children and youth have their own class geared  toward their specific needs and understanding. ​These Bible studies are led by Craig, Cai, and Tyler.

 Wednesday Adult ​Bible Study
& Kids of the Kingdom (K-5th)

​​7:00 pm

Christmastime is a great time to get back on track with your study of God’s Word. Midweek Bible study and prayer with a community of believers will help you thrive in   your journey as a follower of Jesus. Take the journey to embrace discipleship and grow   as a servant of Jesus by getting involved. Carol Clifford and Tyler Barlage lead the adults each week through interesting and challenging studies that are sure to help you think and act more intentionally when it comes to your faith. Preschool-5th grade students meet simultaneously, led by Robyn, Morgan and Travis, Cai, and Tyler. 

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Alive! Jr & Sr High Youth Group

Fridays from 4:30-5:30 pm at the Church

The ALIVE youth group meets weekly to encourage each other in their lives and faith, to study God’s Word, enjoy monthly fun activities, and to do service projects together. Through a mix of questions, discussion, and Bible study, students gain practical understanding about the Christian faith and why Jesus makes a difference in their life. Students are reading through and discussing the Gospel of        Mark. We are making disciples who make disciples. Led by Cai.

Surviving the Holidays Grief Share Workshop

Thursday, December 1
5:50-8:00 pm
At the Church

Are you dreading the holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated? Our Surviving the Holidays seminar is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. You’ll learn how to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays, what to do about traditions and other coming changes, helpful tips for surviving social events, and how to discover hope for your future. There will be a supper for those who attend, along with video insights and encouraging group conversation. You do not have to be part of the GriefShare group to participate in this one-evening session. Learn more by clicking on this introductory link or see Tyler for more details: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LaknGHu5UDU

Christmas Parade Float

Friday, December 2
6:30 pm
(Line-up at the courthouse, 5:30 pm)

CCC is entering a float and walking in the St. Johns Christmas parade of lights on Dec 2. We are needing people to dress up for staging the nativity on the float, people to walk alongside the float to pass out candy canes, and donations of lights and other items. There is a sign-up sheet on the entryway bulletin board if you can help. Also needed are folks to help build the float Please join in on this community event. See Lindsey Scott and Marie Wood for more details.

Grief Share Support Group

GRIEFSHARE SUPPORT GROUP          
Thursdays: December 8, 15, 22, 29
At CCC
6:00 - 7:30 pm
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The 13-week seminar and support group will wrap up in December with its last four sessions, and participants can join in anytime. GriefShare is designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. This group is led by caring people who want to help you through the difficult days ahead. There are three key parts to the GriefShare experience, including encouraging and informative videos, small group discussion and support, along   with a workbook for journaling and personal study exercises that reinforce the weekly session topics. Childcare is available for those who need it. To get involved, contact the church at 989-224-6421 or Tyler at 989-292-0947.

CCC Barlage Open House

Sunday, December 11
Starting at 4:00pm
At the Barlage Home
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You are invited—family and friends—to join in on a time of fun and celebration of the Christmas season. Come and go as you please. No need to bring anything other than yourself, unless you have a favorite food item, movie, or game that you want to bring along. Come see the trains, watch a Christmas movie, play cards or games, and visit as you enjoy the food. All are welcome.

Missions Rock! Sunday - December 18

Here are updates from the three missions we work with. Let’s show our support with our generosity and commitment to these special ministries. Thank you for making a difference to Great Lakes Christian College, His House Campus Ministry, and Rock Lake Christian Assembly, and all of the people they influence for the cause of Christ.
 
His House Christian Fellowship (www.hhcf.org): Executive Director Scott Austin shares that more than anything else in the world, he wants people (especially college students!) to know the joy and peace that comes from a life surrendered to Jesus. No greater gift can be given than to introduce someone to Jesus, who will then bless them beyond anything anyone else could do on their own. Students need to hear the Good News about Jesus more than ever before. Recently, Scott attended a student activities fair, and one of the booths was handing out coupons for 3 bars, a marijuana store, an adult novelties shop, and a smoke shop. Many of the influences surrounding college students are destructive and stand in opposition to the peace Jesus offers. By letting His House know of students you would like them to reach out to, and with your financial support, you can make an eternal impact on Michigan campuses.
 
Great Lakes Christian College (www.glcc.edu): A lot of online students are working adults who are looking for some sort of change in their lives, like advancing their careers. An online education can help you move forward in your job by helping you build technical skills, getting you qualified for a raise or promotion, getting you back into the workforce, and networking with other people in your field. GLCC offers online courses that may help you progress toward your goals. Contact them for guidance on how an online program can best help you and your career.
 
Rock Lake Christian Assembly (www.rlca.org): The camp is in their retreat season, working to facilitate ministry opportunities for churches, family retreats, holiday gatherings, and small groups. If you are looking for a place to get away, they have a variety of spaces including cabins and small group spaces, as well as the lodges to accommodate larger groups. Coming up Feb. 24-26, 2023 is the annual Man Camp. Men can join in on a weekend of digging into God's Word with Jordan Ickes, minister at Etna Green Church of Christ. There will be ax throwing and a corn-hole tournament along with a fantastic menu that will include a glut of protein and coffee. Check-in is 7:00pm Friday. Check-out at 11:30am Sunday. Registration Fee is $75.

Secret Sisters

Tuesday, December 20
6:30 pm at the Church

The women’s group gathers to build friendships and to celebrate the special moments of each other’s lives. If you like laughing together with other people, while also sharing together a message from Scripture, then this group is for you. They also make crafts and projects together. See Carol Clifford or Mary Geirland for more details. All women, young or       mature, are welcome to join in.

Band of Brothers

Tuesday, December 20
7:00 pm at Arby’s

Men are hanging out together in an informal time of building friendships, praying for each other, and discussing chapter 2 of Tim Tebow’s book, Mission Possible: Go Create a Life that Counts. All men, young or old, are invited to join in. The men’s group exists to encourage men in their life and in their walk with the Lord.
 

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Saturday, December 24
6:30 pm

Please join us on Christmas Eve as we celebrate the birth of our Savior through worship, a message by Craig, special music, and hear the Christmas story as read from the Bible by Marilyn and Nicole. Rachel will share a story titled “The Night Before Jesus Came,” and   Morgan will read a special children’s story for all the children who are present. Marie will provide a birthday cake for Jesus that all are invited to enjoy afterward. And, of course, we will include in our time of worship the lighting of candles as we sing together “Silent Night.” Plan now to join us for this precious time of celebration. Our Christmas Love Offering will go toward the cost of getting new 8-foot tables.