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THANKSGIVING BAG OUTREACH
Bags return Nov 16
Packing on Nov 22 | Firehouse Campus
Help us share a holiday meal with over 300 families this Thanksgiving through our school partnerships and food pantry. Bags are available Sundays, or find the list at the link:
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DECK THE HALLS
November 23 | 12:30pm | Clay North Campus
All ages are invited to gather after the 11am service and help decorate for the Advent season. We'll have pizza for lunch, and there will be opportunities for all skill levels and ages to join in the decorating fun.
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FAMILY ADVENT NIGHT
December 5 | 6pm | Clay North Campus
All Clay Church families of all ages and sizes are invited for a night of mission kit making, family activities for the Advent season, and of course, sharing some good snacks. Cost is $15 per family, which supplies our mission kits.
WORSHIP TOGETHER
December 7 | 9am & 11am | Clay North
All ages worship and serve together as we seek to encourage life-long followers of Jesus. Childcare is provided for children under 5. We continue our Unexpected Gifts Advent series with a message from Jamie Leonard and Holy Communion.
SECOND HALF ADVENTURERS
December 10 | 11:30am | Firehouse Campus
You are invited to a special holiday gathering featuring an afternoon of laughter with professional comedian Craig Tornquist. An optional lunch is available for $10 with pre-registration by December 7.
TREE OF LOVE
December 7 | Unwrapped Gifts Returned
December 12-13 | Setup and Shopping Day
Help us bless children and families as we work with our school partners to provide a Christmas gift shopping experience. Volunteers needed for setup and hosting on the shopping day.
JINGLE ALL THE WAY CHRISTMAS CONCERT
December 14 | 3pm | Clay North Sanctuary
Invite a friend and ring in the season with the joy of music. The Clay Church Christmas Concert will feature organist Dr. Patrick Kronner, pianist Rebekah Scott, the Clay Church choir and band, and more!
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SERVICE OF PEACE
December 18 | 6:30pm | Stockroom East
625 E Jefferson Blvd, South Bend
(An offering of the South Bend UMC Collective)
All are invited to this community gathering with readings, music, and prayer, designed to provide peace and hope for all who find the holidays difficult, stressful, or grief-filled.
AN INVITATION TO JOIN THE CHOIR
Wednesdays | 6-7:30pm | Clay North
Come sing with the Clay Church Choir. No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and a desire to share God's love through song. For more, contact Director Emily McAndrew at emcandrew@claychurch.com.
FIREHOUSE YOUTH MINISTRY
Wednesday Nights and Sunday Mornings
Wednesday night includes hangout time, devotions, and dinner. Sunday morning features worship with the youth band, a message from Pastor Lucas, and small groups.
Contact Pastor Lucas for more information at lucas@claychurch.com
HELPING HANDS
Various dates and projects
Lend your time and skills to help elders and those with medical challenges in our community with home projects like bathroom accessibility upgrades, wheel chair ramps, and other minor home and yard repair.
Know someone who needs help?
CARE VISITS
Weekly and monthly opportunities
Individuals and/or families are invited to share in caring visits with the homebound and those in care facilities in our community. Resourcing and contacts will be provided. All ages welcome.
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE
If you have a short term disability or medical need, the church has some equipment available, including walkers, canes, a wheelchair, and bathroom stool seats. If you are in need, call the church office or contact Jean Womer.
