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Hope to see you tomorrow for continuation of our Advent celebration at Maranatha! Our teacher will be Michelle Place, and the title of her lesson is "The Blessing of God With Us". Bible references for the lesson are: Isaiah 7:10-16; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 1:18-25. See you tomorrow!

Meredith and I will leaving in the middle of next week for an extended holiday trip, visiting our children who, literally, live around the world. We will not be back in Sunday School until the third Sunday in January 2011. So, we will not be able to give you another electronic report for the class prior to our return, and will no longer be your Presidents beginning in January. Long story short, I expect this may be our last report given our commitments prior to leaving on the trip.

Therefore, I want to also let you know about the lesson at class on December 26th. Our teacher will be Paul Loyd who will be teaching the final lesson of the Advent Season series entitled, "The Blessing of Light". The Bible passages associated with his lesson are: Isaiah 9:2-7; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-20. On December 26th, there is no planned greeters or people who will bring snacks. It will be an "everyone greets and treats" Sunday! Everyone is encouraged to bring a snack and greet your fellow members and visitors!

We’ll miss being with you even though we will be be pleased to be with our family! So, from us, have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Meredith have been honored to serve as your Presidents, and are blessed to be a part of the Maranatha community!

Richard and Meredith Wansley

Dear Maranatha Classmates:

As you know, David Carpenter’s mother passed away this month. However due to family members’ travel needs, the memorial service has been scheduled at Boston Avenue on Wednesday, December 29, at 11 AM.

The Maranatha Class will provide lunch for the family immediately following the service. A ham will be purchased using Caranatha funds. We are asking class members to help in several ways:

17 people to provide food.
Salad for 10 – 5 people
Bread for 25 – 2 people
Vegetable for 10 – 5 people
Dessert for 12 – 5 people

Set up for the luncheon.
10 AM until service time.

Serve during the luncheon.
Immediately following the service (approximately 1 hour).

Clean up after the luncheon.
From 1 to 2 PM.

LAST THING

Bob Russell has asked me to let all Maranatha members know that you have an opportunity to share in this Christmas season by giving a gift to Johnnie Romo. You know that Johnnie is a member of our class who also resides in our sponsored apartment at Exodus House. On Tuesday, December 14th, Exodus House will have its annual Christmas Party, and you can help Johnnie through a gift as he continues to rebuild his life. If you wish to give Johnnie a modest gift of any sort, then you can bring it to class this Sunday for Bob to handle on your behalf or you can make a direct arrangement with Bob Russell before next Tuesday. Any questions, contact Bob please.

Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you at the Christmas Party then again on Sunday!

Richard Wansley

Maranatha Belles are looking forward to seeing you Friday evening

Tulsa Country Club

Silent Auction – Cocktails (Cash Bar) 6:00 pm

Dinner 7:00

Live Auction 7:45

Grand Prize Awarded

We know there are lots of Maranatha members who are unable to attend the party on Friday night. The Maranatha Belles would like to offer an opportunity to all class members. How would you like to make a donation to missions and have an opportunity to win a $250 gift certificate to Flemmings? For every $5.00 donation, your name will be placed into a drawing for the gift certificate. You can make your donation at the sign in desk at the Christmas party or by contacting Michelle by Friday at noon and telling her how much you would like to donate. Please email her at mplacetul if you are unable to attend and would like to make a donation. You can write a check to Maranatha and bring it to the party, to Sunday School, or mail it to Michelle at 3306 E. 88th St., Tulsa, OK 74137. The more you donate, the more money we raise for missions and the greater your chance of winning. Those attending will be able to specify their donation amount at the check in desk. That amount can be added to your other purchases and then paid with one check

Attached are forms should you like to submit something. Just bring it to the auction. Also attached is the list of live auction items. Check your calendars

Maranatha auction form.xls

2010 Live Auction.xls

Thank you, Paula Scott, for delivering an inspirational lesson in our Advent Season, entitled "The Blessings of Peace". Next Sunday, December 12th, Pam Low will be our teacher; her lesson will be "The Blessings of Waiting". Her Bible references for the lesson are: Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10, Matthew 11:2-11.

On Sunday, we acknowledged several birthdays, inlcuding those of Shari Goodwin (12/6), Noel Copeland (12/11), and Susan Leonard (12/11). Happy Birthday to each of you!

Nancy Morgan, Meredith and Richard Wansley brought treats to a seasonally decorated table, and they greeted members and visitors as they arrived. Thanks, Nancy!

Speaking of visitors, we had several. It was our pleasure to welcome Ginger Joiner, Mike Ward, Virginia Grey, Warren & Lynette Danskin, and Megan, Genevieve, & Gamerro to the class.

Ed Payton delivered a thoughtful prayer this morning following announcements, joys, and concerns.

TAKE NOTE: The Christmas Party/Auction is scheduled for this Friday, December 10th, 6:00pm for the reception with dinner following. Contact Pam Sherman directly if you have any questions. Contact Michelle Place directly if you have questions about the auction.

Ruth Giessen is looking for others to join in sponsoring a Mothers Day Tea for auction; contact her directly if you wish to join with other hosts.

I hope to see everyone on Friday evening, and then again on Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent.

Richard Wansley

Karen Campbell has updated information regarding the death of James Killman’s mother:

"His mother’s name is Ann Kilman and she’s been a member of BAUMC for the past six years upon moving to Tulsa to be near James, her only surviving child.

Mrs. Kilman experienced some severe leg pain two weeks ago and they continued to seek out the problem. They were unable to find any problem, until last Friday when she was unable to stand up and her vitals were in bad shape. She was rushed to the hospital, where it was determined her condition was very grave and she passed away a short time later.

Her services are scheduled for Friday, December 10 at 2 PM at Boston Avenue Church. Both James and Denise are very active in the Chancel Choir and their bereavement committee is coordinating a luncheon before the services. I have left a message for the coordinator to contact me if there is some way Maranatha might be of assistance. I will let you know the response.

I will send a card to James and Denise expressing our sympathies.

Karen"

David Carpenter, who recently lost his mother, informed me moments ago that James Killman’s mother died last Friday (December 3rd). Keep James and his family in your prayers.

Richard Wansley

Tomorrow, the second Sunday in the 2010 Advent Season, our teacher will be Paula Scott whose lesson is entitled, "The Blessings of Peace". The Bible references for the lesson are Isaiah 11:1-10; Romans 14: 4-13; Matthew 3: 1-12. Hope to see you tomorrow, and bring visitors!

Richard Wansley

"Dear Maranatha Class,

Due to work schedules of one of Mom’s granddaughters, we are moving the Memorial Service for my mother to December 29th at 11:00.

We are blessed to be surrounded by such a caring faith community, and while the short run will be difficult and painful for those of us left behind to carry on, we rest assured of the final triumph of our Lord and the salvation He promises for all His children.

God bless you all.

David Carpenter"

See the below message from Shari Goodwin:

"David Carpenter’s mother, Margaret Carpenter, passed away today. Her services have been scheduled for Tuesday, December 28th at 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Please keep David, Kendall, Valerie, Grant, and the rest of their family in your prayers."