Weekly Announcements

THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the Path to Christmas possible this week and to those who came to enjoy it. Such a great evening!

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. 


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.

Sunday Morning Team Member Christmas Appreciation

Sunday, December 15, 2024
Join us as we celebrate and appreciate YOU!
Food, Fun, Prizes!

Christmas Caroler Choir
Sunday, December 15, 2024

Do you love to sing Christmas songs If you are 16 years old or older, December 15th is your chance to join our Christmas choir and sing in both of our services and the lobby! We'll spread the joy of Christmas with carols in the lobby and worship our Lord in services. Rehearsal is Wednesday, December 11th at 7:00pm. Spaces are limited so sign up 
HERE today!

Christmas Eve Service

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.


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. Check out our fall calendar HERE.

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're proud to continue a Mainstreet tradition, the Angel Tree, this year! This is to help less fortunate children have a special gift for Christmas. Wrapped gifts should be returned to the church no later than December 15.

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 vision 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.


R E S O U R C E S

RIGHTNOW MEDIA
We are excited to share that our church has access to an extensive, video library called RightNow Media! It’s like the "Netflix of Video Bible Studies" and has a HUGE library of faith-based videos that you can access whenever and wherever you want—on your phone, iPad, computer, or at home on your TV. As a church staff, we’re always looking for ways to help you develop and strengthen your faith. We believe that RightNow Media will be a tool to serve you as you live out your faith at home, at work and in your neighborhood. RightNow Media has videos for everyone—kids, youth, parents, married couples, college students, single adults, working professionals—all aimed at helping you grow. Let us know you are interested 
HERE. Within one weekday we’ll get you plugged in. Watch for an email from RightNow Media to complete your registration.


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.

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.


S U N D A Y S


December 8, 2024
9:00am | 10:30am
ON CAMPUS & ONLINE
Join us Sunday as we continue our series Missing Christmas!

We are looking forward to seeing you, whether in person or online (WATCH HERE).
QUESTIONS? Drop us an email at
info@mainstreetlife.org.