In this issue:

From the Pastor

Thanksgiving Week Schedule

House of Faith Christmas

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Coming Soon

Poinsettias

Church Christmas Party

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December Events 5

Happy Thanksgiving! I love Thanksgiving because of its sole

purpose of thanking our God for his goodness, his grace and all his blessings in life no matter what is going on. I love the gathering

together with family and friends. I love the turkey and dressing, especially with cranberry. The homemade rolls drenched in giblet

gravy. I love the different desserts. I love the preparation, the kids

running around, the busy kitchen. I love the prayer time before we eat—holding hands in a circle, each thanking God for different things,

but most importantly and more significantly for our Lord Jesus Christ.

When I was a kid, family time this time of the year was something I longed for, and at the same time dreaded. My dad worked in Vietnam

and he came home for the holidays. I longed to see him, enjoy our family time together, and yet there was real fear. Fear that my

parents would fight. Which they often did. Both my parents became believers in the Lord Jesus Christ later in life, with my dad becoming

a Christian a couple of weeks before he died.

The Lord Jesus Christ did not only rescue us from the ugly mess of our family life but he has given us so much grace that we can

appreciate and thank him even for the hardships and difficulties we

face. I think the reason I love all the turkey and dressing and gravy is not just because of their taste. Turkey and dressing and gravy and all

the Thanksgiving goodies evoke all the goodness and grace of God in my life. Whatever my circumstances. And so, I give thanks.

Happy Thanksgiving!!! “Praise the LORD! Give thanks to the LORD,

for he is good; his love endures forever.” (Psalm 106:1)

Lakan

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December Events

Children’s Ministries

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Youth Ministries

College Ministries

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Ministries Information

Contact Information

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Thanksgiving Week Church Schedule:

11-27: No Regular Wednesday Evening Activities 11-28: HAVE A HAPPY AND BLESSED THANKSGIVING Church Offices are closed 11:29: Church Offices are closed 12-01: Regular Sunday Morning Schedule with “Advent Sermon Series” beginning. No Evening Activities

In just a few weeks, House of Faith will be

providing Christmas gifts for about 1600 chil-

dren and youth who attend House of Faith

programs. For many of these children it is

either the only or the most significant

Christmas gift they will receive. Your sponsor-

ship donations will pay for the gifts we will

provide at the Christmas parties held during

December. The names on the HOF board in

the foyer are of those students who attend

Crockett Elementary and their younger

siblings (0-4 yrs).

Please stop in the foyer today and “adopt” one or more of these students.

Welcome Marcos Antonio Limon-Salinas! He entered our world Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013 at 7:11PM, weighing 7lbs. 4.5 oz. and is 20.25 inches long. Parents: Erica Limon & Tristian Salinas Grandparents: Tony & Sarah Limon

Ladies Chris tmas Fellowship

Monday, December 2, 2013 at 6:00PM Los Panchitos Restaurant (34 E. Ave. D) Bring a $5 gift for Gift Exchange RSVP to Stacy or Kira by Sunday, Dec. 1st

You can sign up now for the Precept Spring Semester Study, “Covenant”. Precept is a coed class that meets each Tuesday

from 9-11AM in the church fellowship hall. For more information please contact teacher, Candy Blackwood.

Friday, January 31st and Saturday, February 1st Courtyard by Marriott in Abilene, Texas Cost: $75 each ($25 deposit due no later than January 5th.

Speaker: Kim Ransleben

Tuesday, December 10th 10AM—2PM

Come visit with the Church Staff

and enjoy some good food as well!

Christmas Party

Friday, December 13th

At the Etheridge Home

Dec. 7th

Saturday, Dec. 14th at 8AM

WEEKLY MEETINGS: Sunday School: AWANA Clubs: Sundays at 9:30AM Wednesdays at 6:00PM Classes for all ages Preschool—5th Grade Preschool—5th Grade FMI: Contact Philip Cross at 277-7980 or the Church office 949-5788

AWANA CLUBS MEET WEDNESDAYS 6-7:30PM ALL STUDENTS K-5TH GRADE ARE WELCOME!

AWANA stands for "approved workmen are not ashamed" . This won-derful, international children's program provides a clear, consistent presenta-tion of the gospel through-- Bible memory – our cornerstone • Circle games exclusive to Awana • A fun approach to learning God’s Word • Leadership training that is second to none • The church leaders of tomorrow trained to serve today • Evangelistic focus designed to reach unchurched youth and their families

Club Calendar:

11-27: No Club

12-04: Triple Share Night!

12-11: Christmas Store

YOUTH

MINISTRIES

Sunday School: Sundays at 9:30AM CHBC Upstairs Home Groups: Sundays at 6:00PM Various Homes Outbreak: Wednesdays at 6:00PM CHBC Upstairs

FMI: Contact Ryan Connel 325-277-1778 or 325-949-5788 ryan@collegehillsbc.org

Weekly Meetings

Saturday, Dec. 14th

The Christmas Give

COLLEGE MINISTRIES WEEKLY MEETINGS:

Sunday School: Sundays at 9:30AM (in the College Room)

Home Groups: Sundays at 6:00PM (Various Homes)

Pause: Wednesdays at 8:00PM (Connel’s Home-30 Clare) FMI: Contact Ryan Connel at 227-1778 or church office at 949-5788

Wednesdays at 7PM

1734 Weston (Siefker’s home)

Tension Breaker!

Tuesday, Dec. 10th

Graduation is Saturday,

December 14th!

HOW TO CONTACT US:

By Mail: College Hills Baptist Church 2102 Johnson Ave San Angelo TX 76904

By Phone: 325.949.5788

By Fax: 325.949.6877

By Email: info@collegehillsbc.org

Online: www.collegehillsbc.org

Look us up on: YOUR CHURCH STAFF:

Lakan Mariano: Senior Pastor

Philip Cross: Family & Education Pastor

Ryan Connel: Pastor to Students

Micah Mariano: Worship Pastor

Cynthia Hickey: Ministry Assistant

CHURCH OFFICE

HOURS: Monday—Thursday:

8:30AM—4:00PM Friday:

9:00AM—4:00PM Lunch Break:

Noon— 1:00PM

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ELDERS AND DEACONS:

These men are responsible for hospital visitation and are available to anyone who has needs. Elder Fred Rike…….….....227-4208 Deacon John Bilberry……....942-1012 Elder Rex Stephenson….942-9537 Deacon Charles Harrison....653-4386 Elder Andrew Siefker…...212-4410 Deacon Jerry Walls………..…944-1876

Extended Session Workers:

BodyLife Home Groups meet Sunday evenings at 6PM. All groups are open to anyone, so choose one and join us! Fall Host Homes: 2404 Lindenwood (Logan & Grace Pooler) Led by: Sam Torbett & Rex Stephenson 2837 Canyon Creek (Fred & Kim Rike) Led by: James Reid & Philip Cross 208 Edinburgh (Lakan & Kim Mariano) Led by: Lakan Mariano 2102 Johnson (Church) Led by: John Bilberry 2639 Parkview (J.T. & Michelle Smith) Led by: Andrew Siefker 1525 S Van Buren (John & Paige Southwell) Led by: Ryan Connel (1st & 3rd Sundays) 30 Clare (Ryan & Kira Connel) Led by: Ryan Connel (2nd & 4th Sundays)

We appreciate all our extended session workers. Please be in your place by 10:20AM so you can be there before the children arrive. Please call Philip Cross @325-277-7980 if you are unable to work your extended session or if you have any questions.

1’s and 2’s: 3’s & 4’s: 12-01 Savanna Powell Kyla Reid 12-08 Elizabeth Torbett Cami Mariano 12-15 Paige Southwell Brittany Guevara 12-22 Josh Stephenson Maddie Baxter