E V E N T S
Parent's Night Out
Friday, December 13, 2024
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Need to get some Christmas shopping done? Or maybe just looking for a night out with no kids?
Well, you're in luck! Our students and their leaders will be providing a night of childcare for your little ones. If you would like to come support our youth and enjoy an evening out, click HERE to register your
kiddos! Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Donations will be accepted and go towards Student Missions.
Christmas Eve Services
Tuesday, December 24, 2024
3:00pm | 4:30pm | 6:00pm
Childcare will be available for the 3:00 and 4:30pm services. You can pre-register for childcare HERE.
Online Only Services
Sunday, December 29, 2024
9:00am | 10:30am
Enjoy services gathered around your TV or quietly on your phone or iPad. Please take time to participate in the chat, even if just to say hello! It’s a great way to connect with others, like a virtual lobby. Follow message notes and enjoy some conversation with friends. The chat opens 15 minutes prior to the start
of service.
W O M E N ’ S M I N I S T R Y
Women's Winter Bible Study
Week of January 12
Life is better together! Starting the week of January 12th, we're diving into Not Alone, a 6-week RightNow Media Women's Bible Study all about cultivating friendships rooted in faith. Choose from a variety of groups and times that work best for you. Whether you're new or a familiar face, you'll find a space to belong, learn, and share in this welcoming and casual community. To find out more click HERE.
S T U D E N T M I N I S T R Y
For more information about the Student Ministry, grades 6-12, check them out on social media and at mainstreetlife.org/students or contact Matt Sundberg at msundberg@mainstreetlife.org or 419.838.7600 x121.
Authentikos Students Kalahari Retreat
February 28 – March 1, 2025
Save the date. To sign up, click HERE.
Krispy Kreme Fundraiser
December 1 – December 14
Let's raise some dough for Student Ministry Missions with Krispy Kreme Donuts!
Get your Digital Dozen certificate for Christmas presents, clients, stocking stuffers, and more! For use at ANY Krispy Kreme location! Cost: $14. Delivery will be via email the week of December 15th. Digital Dozens are transferable and can be forwarded to anyone on your list or sent directly to the recipient!
A physical Thank You Card will be provided for your recipient with instructions on how to redeem their Digital Dozen. To support this ministry and purchase your certificate click HERE.
S E R V E O P P O R T U N I T I E S
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SERVING
#servingmatters
Angel Tree
December 15, 2024
We are proud to continue Angel Tree, which has been a Mainstreet tradition! This is to help less fortunate children have a special gift for Christmas. Wrapped gifts should be returned to the church by this Sunday, December 15th. Turkeys and Hams should be brought to the church Wednesday, December 18th.
December Green Bag Donations
Pick up an empty GREEN Bag for December donations: Canned goods for the Angel Tree food box giveaways. The list is available at the Serve Counter and by clicking HERE. Return the filled GREEN Bags to the Serve Counter this Sunday, December 15th.
Thank you for your generosity!
Season of Giving
This Christmas we want to again be a place that blesses others. We hope you will come together as the Church and give boldly and extravagantly to bless others in the name of Christ. Our two initiatives this year are both ministries at Mainstreet with a vision to reach others in 2025 like never before. We'll be talking more about both throughout the month of December. Giving will be open December 1 – 31. To find out more information and to give click here HERE.
C H I L D R E N ’ S M I N I S T R Y
LITTLES (Age 0 - PreK) and KIDS (Grades K – 5)
Sundays | 9:00 and 10:30am
LEARN MORE ABOUT CHILDREN’S MINISTRY or Check-In
Frosty Family Skate Night!
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
6:00 – 8:00pm
Grab your fam and bring your friends to our "Frosty Family Skate Night"! This will be held at the Ribbon at the new Glass City Metropark in Toledo. We will have the entire rink to ourselves for ice skating and family fun. The Patio restaurant will be open if you want to grab a pizza for your family dinner or just some hot chocolate to stay warm. The cost is $8 per person which includes your admission and skate rental. If you don't need skates, admission is only $6 per person. Register HERE. Walk-ins based on availability.
Christmas PJ Party!
Sunday, Dec. 22 during both services
Kids and Littles
Wear your PJs to church and hear about the true meaning of Christmas!
Games, Crafts, Snacks. Who will you invite?
L I F E C A R E
GriefShare
Beginning January 13, 2025
First Class will start at 6:00pm; all others will start at 6:30pm.
If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there are few people who understand the deep hurt you feel. The GriefShare 13-week seminar/support group meets weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Cost/$20. Register for the class HERE.
Life Thread Ministry
The Life Thread Ministry is a visitation team for those Homebound, in a Healthcare Facility and also those that just might want someone to visit with them on occasion. This ministry will help by providing a sense of belonging and community at Mainstreet by helping people to stay connected through personal visits, calls and cards. If you or someone you know would appreciate this care ministry, sign up HERE. If you would like to help provide visits and calls and be a part of this ministry, you can sign up to join the Life Thread Ministry by clicking HERE or by contacting Opal Sherman at osherman@mainstreetlife.org.
R E S O U R C E S
Prayer Wall
The Mainstreet Church Prayer Wall is the central spot to share requests and praises for yourself, family and friends, or church related needs. It’s also a wonderful place to find out how you can pray for others! You can find the Prayer Wall in the lobby near the Children’s wing or you can also find the Prayer Wall on our website HERE.
C L A S S E S
Road to Easter
Beginning January 13, 2025
Monday’s | 7:00pm
Room 165
Leading up to Palm Sunday, this 10-week Bible Study explores what all four gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) say about the last week Jesus spent on earth leading up to his death and resurrection (Easter). Pictures from Israel and content from the masterful commentary The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah will be used. Little known facts and speculation will be discussed, as well as the meaning and impact all of this offers to followers and potential followers of Christ today. Sign up HERE or at the Grouplife Counter.
GROW in His Word | New Testament Class | Part 2
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
6:30pm
This 13-week class will give you a good grasp of the message and history of the second part of the New Testament and how it applies to our lives today. As you learn about God's Word, you'll gain confidence in your understanding and use of the Bible. Cost/$20. Sign up online HERE or at the Grouplife Counter.
END OF YEAR REMINDERS
The Giving Center
Will be closed December 18 – January 1 for the holidays.
The Giving Center will reopen January 8th at 5:00pm.
Church Office Holiday Hours
The church offices will be closed December 25 - January 1. Please call 419.838.7600 x2 if you need to make an urgent contact with a staff member. This number will be checked often for messages.
Year-End Giving
Each year there are those who desire to make end of year charitable gifts to the church. For your giving to be credited to 2024, gifts must be postmarked by December 31. Online gifts must also take place on or before December 31. Other giving options to consider are stock and mutual funds gifts. If you have non-cash gifts that you would like to donate, you may do that and receive significant tax benefits as well. For more information, contact Carolyn Schermbeck (cschermbeck@mainstreetlife.org or 419.838.7600 x132).
S U N D A Y S
December 15, 2024
9:00am | 10:30am
ON CAMPUS & ONLINE
Join us Sunday as we continue our series Missing Christmas!
Have you ever found yourself missing Christmas during the holiday season? During December we’ll explore common feelings like being overwhelmed, focusing too much on personal wants, pridefulness, or facing disappointment—emotions that can prevent us from truly enjoying the more important things and the true reason for Christmas. Through relatable stories from the Bible, we'll uncover how these experiences can impact our lives and how we can find deeper joy, peace, and hope during this time of year. Whether you're looking for a fresh outlook or simply want to explore the meaning behind the season, our December series offers insights that are relevant to everyone's life. Come join the conversation as we journey towards a more meaningful and fulfilling Christmas experience. Don’t miss it.
We are looking forward to seeing you, whether in person or online (WATCH HERE).
QUESTIONS? Drop us an email at info@mainstreetlife.org.
Inclement Weather Cancellation
Check our webpage (mainstreetlife.org) or local TV stations (channels 11, 13, 24) for information regarding cancellation of services at Mainstreet. Please be sure to check more than one source in the event a TV station gets backlogged in posting closings. Updates also posted on Facebook, Instagram and email/text sent through myMainstreet. Want to get the text? Click HERE to sign up.