AWANA CLUBS  - CHRISTMAS  STORE
The Awana Clubs are seeking donations of new or gently used items for the Awana Christmas Store on December 12th. Men’s items will be especially helpful! Clubbers have earned Awana Bucks to be able to shop for gifts for their parents, grandparents & siblings for Christmas. Collection bins are located in the FLC foyer, the Hope Lobby and the church office during the month of November.

THRIVE MOMS | 11/15
Come spend time with other moms who can relate and support you! We meet on the third Tuesday of each month during the school year, 6:00-7:30 pm, in The Lodge. Dinner will be served. To RSVP, text "thrive" to 706-995-7515. For more info call or text Calah Pearson at (706) 599-9144 or email  [email protected].

CHURCH GROUNDS WORKDAY - RESCHEDULED DUE TO RAIN!! | 11/19
The  Grounds Committee is coordinating a church grounds workday for Saturday, Nov. 19th, at 8:30 am. We’ll meet for coffee at the covered drive-thru. Bring a 5 Gallon Bucket, rakes, wheelbarrows, blowers, etc. Enjoy this opportunity to serve outdoors!

MEN’S MINISTRY MEETING | 11/20
Men of all ages are invited to come to our McConnell Men’s ministry on  Sunday, November 20th at 6:00 p.m. in the Lodge.  Facilitated by Pastor Steve Awtrey, this group meets monthly in the Lodge with dinner provided. This is a great outreach event, so invite someone to come!

Important 2023 Budget Dates:
Sunday, 11/20, proposed budget distribution.
Wednesday, 11/30, Private discussion with Finance Committee at 5:30 pm, 
ML-132 (Esther Sunday School Classroom).
Public discussion to follow at 6 pm in the Sanctuary.
Sunday, 12/4, Called Church Conference to vote on 2023 budget approval immediately following the morning worship service.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY CHRISTMAS BRUNCH | 12/3
The McConnell Women’s Ministry is planning a “Christmas Through the Eyes of a Child" Brunch on Saturday, December 3rd at 11:00 a.m. Tickets will be available beginning October 30th in the Drive Thru Portico Lobby on Sunday mornings after the Worship Service. They are $15 each and seating is limited. We also need more hostesses to provide a centerpiece for each table; everything else will be provided. Call or text Lorene Avery at 706-994-7811 to volunteer, or email  [email protected]

FIRST STEPS/NEW MEMBERS CLASS | 12/4
If you are new to the church or want information on joining the church, please join  Pastor Danny as he shares information about McConnell’s vision. The class will be held on December 4th, at 11:45 a.m., in The Lodge immediately following the morning worship service. A light lunch will be served. This class is a prerequisite for joining the church.  Register online or call the church office to register at 706-896-2281