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.

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!

Important 2023 Budget Dates:
Sunday, 11/20, proposed budget distribution.
Wednesday, 11/30, Private discussion with Finance Committee, 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.

MEN’S MINISTRY MEETING | 11/20
Pasto Steve Awtrey has some exciting news for you! This Sunday night, November 20th is our "Men's Ministry Gathering!" We're going to change it up a bit & take a trip to the movies, to see the first 2 episodes of season 3 of "THE CHOSEN!" We'll meet at the church @ 6:15pm by the Lodge, then head over to the movie theatre in Hiawassee. The movie begins @ 7pm.  Please call or text 205-567-7729 to let him know if you'll be attending, so we'll know how many men to expect.

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 are available in the Drive Thru Portico Lobby on Sunday mornings after the Worship Service. The last day to purchase a ticket is Sunday, November 27th. They are $15 each and seating is limited. We still need 8 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 Sunday, 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.