Christ the King

Blessing and honor and glory and power be unto him that sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb. Amen.

Fitting words for a king or a president or a mayor.  Lauds and accolades abound – especially as we come full circle in the church year.  Last November, we waited anxiously for the promised Messiah – and this weekend, we celebrate Christ’s triumph.

But Christ is not the king of any realm here on earth.  Christ is not the leader of any nation or town.  We call Christ the King because of what he didn’t do – give up on us.  Christ gave of himself so that we may live with him forever.  That’s worthy of praise, thanksgiving, offerings and service.

Thanks be to God.

No matter where you are or however you find yourself in your faith journey, know that you are most welcome here.

Join us at 8 AM or 10:15 AM on Sunday for worship.  Visit our website or Facebookpage for information and announcements.

Thanksgiving Project: This is it! – we need hands on Friday November 20 to bag the items and hands on November 22 to deliver.  Sign up at church or call the office at 973-729-7010.

Christmas Wreaths: For those who ordered Christmas wreaths, they will be available for pickup after worship on Sunday November 22.

Lunch Bunch: Join the group onThursday November 19 at 1 PM at the Boathouse in Newton.  Conversation and community abound.  Questions?  Contact Jane Lewandowski for more information.

Advent Activities: We are getting ready for Advent and with that comes two requests:
1. Sunday November 29 at 11:45 AM – You are invited to help ‘green’ the church and the rest of the facility.  We will also have lunch together.

2. Nativities – To help tell the story of Jesus’ birth, I invite you to share a nativity scene that you have with us.  They will be placed in the windows of the sanctuary through Epiphany.  EmailPastor Tina to let her know that you’ll be sharing one with the congregation.

On Sunday December 6, 2015, there will be a single, unity service in preparation for the Congregational Meeting to discuss the FY 2016 Spending & Revenue Plan.  The schedule for that morning is as follows:

9 AM – Worship of Word & Sacrament –                 “The Empire Strikes Back”
10 AM – Congregational Meeting
11 AM – Congregational Potluck Brunch

The documents for this meeting will be emailed and sent the week of November 22.  They will also be made available on the church’s website.

All confirmed members of the Shepherd of the Hills are eligible and encouraged to attend and vote.