It's A Wonderful Life

It’s a Wonderful Life

It was December 20, 1946 when the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” was first released. It is the story about George Bailey who has spent his entire life giving up his big dreams for the good of his town, Bedford Falls. But on Christmas Eve, George’s Uncle Billy loses $8,000.00. George is now broke and suicidal over the evil plans of Mr. Potter. An angel by the name of Clarence comes to earth to help George see the difference he has made in this little town. George’s life made a difference in the lives of others. George finally was able to see that indeed, “It’s a Wonderful Life.”
Acts 9:36-43 records a brief biography of a woman whose name is Dorcas (Tabitha). She is a woman who has devoted her life to good works and charity. She does (continually) a lot of good. She is also a disciple of Jesus Christ. When she died, she left a community of weeping, grieving people. How could she be replaced? Who would be able to do what she did? When Peter arrived in Joppa, he, by the power of God, raised Dorcas from the dead.
The church would have survived without Dorcas, but we must not be guilty of saying that her death would not have made any difference. We must not conclude that the church would not have suffered great loss.
Think of that one person who was present at just the right time. At just the moment you were in greatest need. The one person who changed your life. Who could have replaced that person?
Think about yourself and the moments when you were there for someone. Who could have replaced you at that time? Think about those miles you walked to help someone with cancer. Think about those hours you have volunteered. How many people are different today because of your graciousness?
It truly is a wonderful life. Part of the reason that this is a wonderful life is because of you. We will likely never be like George Bailey and get to see how life would have been different without us, but we can certainly see how life is with us. If God be for us, who can be against us?
Dennis

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IT’S NOT TOO LATE
to help with this good work –
Bob and Susan left this past week to join the Disaster Relief Team in helping the fire survivors of the Harris Fire in the Barrett Junction area 35 miles east of San Diego. This is an ongoing effort. Needed are new or excellent condition toys, adult coats, and monetary donations to buy food, building materials, and toys. Most do not have insurance and homes are being built for them. Many are teachable and meet for worship each Sunday with the volunteers. Donations can be made via the website - churchesofchristdrt.org or to Bob or Susan today. Checks may be made to "Church of Christ." Please write DRT in the memo section.

FOR MORE INFORMATION on how the Church of Christ Disaster Relief Team is doing, Please check the bulletin board. We have posted a copy of an email recently received.

Pantry Item – December
Your Choice
CHANGE - Please note the following changes in the weekly schedule:
· Wednesday Dinner & Classes – Cancelled this week only
· Thursday Ladies Bible class Cancelled - resumes January 10
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Serving Opportunity
Would you be willing to be responsible for the cleaning of the Family Center for one month in 2008? Please sign the volunteer roster on the line corresponding with your preference of months. The roster is in the foyer.

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Bring –A-Friend day and Potluck is scheduled for January 27th. Start planning now to invite family and friends.
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JOY TO THE WORLD

Joy to the world, the Lord is come!
Let earth receive her king;
Let every heart prepare Him room,
And heaven and nature sing,
And heaven nature sing
And heaven and heaven and
Nature sing

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In Our Prayers…
Pauline Pratt was hospitalized on Friday. Pauline is in Marion West and has been diagnosed with pneumonia and congestive heart failure.

CONTINUE TO REMEMBER –
Sharon Zdrojewski - Michelle Garrett - Waneen Wolf - Paul/Jean Maynard- Howard Dunn - Carol Strutz - Linda Ross – Dana Barbarick – Janet Kliest’s father - Austin (Neighbor of the Dunns) –Cameron Reilly (autism) – Pearl Keith

TRAVELING: Many of our members and/or their families will be traveling for the holiday season. Pray for a safe return home for all those who are traveling.

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FOR THE RECORD – LAST WEEK
ATTTENDANCE:
Sunday AM: 112–Class: 57 –PM: 30– Weds: 47
FINANCE
Budget:.........................................$2,815.62
Contribution:................................$3,074.17
YTD Budget:............................$140,781.00
YTD Contribution:...................$143,820.17
Over/Under (+/-):.......................+$3,039.17
Building Loan Balance:............$238,900.48
Please make checks payable to Church Of Christ


BIRTHDAYS DECEMBER – 02/Verla Hendrix – 05/Wayne Barbarick – 08/Gloria Lopez – 08/Artie Orozco-15/Dan Shepard-17/Joshua Morgan-Bobby Thomas Jr-24/Vivian Herrmann-25/Gordon Herrmann-28/Rene Morris – 28/Ethan Shepard-29/Luis Guerra-29/Ray Hooks-30/Linda Roberts-31/Chris Carroll-31/Dan Giles
ANIVERSARIES –DECEMBER - 16/Rick & Gloria Lopez – Jim & Darlean Savoy – 16/Craig & Erika Morgan - 18/Frank & Linda Ross

WEDNESDAY FAMILY MEAL MENU

KITCHEN CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS
REOPENS ON JAN.9, 2008

***In order for your notice to be in the bulletin please have your information in the secretary’s slot (in the copy room) no later than Wednesday evening(8 PM) or e-mailed to gardcart @aol.com no later than Thursday Evening.***