English Ministry News and Notes 12-1-12

*Thank You to all those who designed and created our beautiful Advent space! May it contribute to our having a worshipful experience.

*God is AMAZING...and So Are You! We have met and exceeded our YCVM benefit dinner fundraising goal! Even after all our expenses, our donations totaled $24,400. Great thanks to God and to each and every donor to this worthwhile effort. Please personally thank your friends who attended!

*Ushers and Greeters Gather Today @ 12:45 p.m. - Whether you're new to the team or an old hand, you're invited to gather for the last time this year to reflect and celebrate.

*Charge Conference, Dec. 9th, Next Sunday - Please make every effort to be a part of our short but sweet Charge Conference next Sunday at 1:30 p.m. We'll share a time of lunch and fellowship before gathering officially in the Annex. Charge Conference is the annual "business meeting" of the church. Our time together will be used to set the pastoral compensation, receive the membership report, and elect a team of new leaders and confirm those returning.

*AHS Toy Drive - We're teaming up with our Chinese speaking brothers & sisters to gather toys for the young patients of Asian Health Services between now and Dec. 16th. On the 16th, we'll host a "wrapping party" from 12:45 - 1:45 p.m. You are encouraged to donate toys in the following categories: books, games, art supplies. Thank you!

*Christmas Poinsettias  - You are invited to purchase poinsettias to "Christmasify" the sanctuary. Each plant is $10. Plants will be available on the 30th to take home.  To do so, please connect with Peggy.

*Christmas Caroling - Please mark your calendars now for an afternoon of caroling with brothers and sisters on Sunday, Dec. 23rd. Please RSVP on the sign up sheet if you will participating. All are welcome.

*Christmas Eve Candle Light Service will be celebrated on Dec. 24th, Monday, at 7:00 p.m. Our service will include Cantonese/ Mandarin for the first time.