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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."

The Memorial Service for Rex Ball will be held Friday, December 3rd in the Church’s sanctuary with a reception immediately following. The Church will have information about the time. If you have any other questions, please contact Michelle Place directly.

Hope you had a relaxing Thanksgiving holiday! We had great attendance at Maranatha this Sunday. If you were unable to attend, we missed you and look forward to seeing you next Sunday. We are thankful for all our members!

It was the first Sunday in Advent, and we had a wonderful lesson delivered by Janet Purinton; the lesson was entitled "The Blessing of God’s Future", and is a part of a series to be delivered by class members from the Advent 2010 Study called "Blessings of the Manger". Each lesson follows the lectionary. Scriptures for this first lesson were Isaiah 2:1-5, Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:36-44. Janet gave us a beautiful blend of perspectives of these Scriptures, both theological and personal. Thank you, Janet!

Next week, Paula Scott, will provide the lesson, entitled "The Blessing of Peace". The Scriptures of this Second Sunday in Advent are: Isaiah 11:1-10; Romans 14:4-13; Matthew 3:1-12. Prepare, and be there to hear Paula’s presentation.

Prior to today’s lesson, we acknowledged several birthdays coming up this week, including those for Lynelle Lancaster (11/29), Rex Donley (11/30), Bob Ronne (12/1), and Dee Copeland (12/3). No anniversaries this week.

Our greeters who brought refreshments were Lynn and Bob Russell, Pam and John Sherman (Bethany Willyard subing for Pam and John who could not be present this morning).

Several joys and concerns were brought to the class: Rex Ball died last night; Michelle Place will likely give me more information and I will pass it along to you; David Carpenter’s mother has recovered sufficiently to leave the hospital and will be living in a skilled nursing facility; Meredith Davison Wansleys’ mother is doing much better and seems to be quickly resuming her normal, active life; Sharon and Ray Earley’s son, Jason, was awarded Eagle Scout. Allen and Jane Smith were in class this morning; it was good to have you both back with us.

Important dates – December 6th: Neighbor for Neighbor Mission Opportunity (contact Suzy or Denny Meredith-Orr); December 10th: Christmas Party/Annual Auction (contact Pam Sherman for dinner party reservations and details and Michelle Place for auction information).

Johnnie Romo delivered a thoughtful prayer this morning; thanks, Johnnie!

Have a blessed Advent week, and as Janet urged this morning, one free of as many distractions as possible as we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Richard Wansley