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CHRISTMAS at CITY LIFE
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CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY SWAP & SHOP
Saturday, November 22 -11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
We want to reach our neighbors in a tangible way this holiday season and teach our Kid City kids how to give freely from the overflow God has blessed them with. We will be hosting a community event where neighbors from all over Grand Rapids can bring in toys, books, and children’s clothing that they no longer use or need, to swap for items they do need in their homes! We are providing free childcare, lattes from the City Life Youth, and extra gifts for each family that attends. Families can also shop without bringing anything to swap.
We NEED your 2nd hand donations that we can have available for families that are not able to bring anything in to swap. This would include toys, books, games and gently used children’s clothing that you no longer use. Drop off your items during office hours or on Sunday in Kid City.
If you would like to volunteer, please scan the QR code! Reach out to Emily with any questions – emily@citylifegr.com.
DECK THE HALLS
We're decorating the church for Christmas on Nov. 23!
Sunday, November 23, at 5:00 p.m.
Come and help us deck the church halls for Christmas! Come and give an hour or two and help us bring holiday beauty to the church! Mark “Deck the Halls” on your Communication Card, and we’ll bring pizza!
BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE
Sunday, December 7, 7:00 p.m.
MEL TROTTER CHRISTMAS OUTREACH PARTY
Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025
The holiday season is right around the corner, and we’re excited to once again partner with Mel Trotter Ministries for our annual Christmas Outreach Party for unhoused families with children, and an additional opportunity for men in the MTM programs. Be on the lookout for sign-up opportunities and food donation lists (beginning the week of Nov. 16).
PASTOR CHRIS CONRAD with us Nov. 16… & CHOIR!
We will have Rev. Chris Conrad, our Regional Superintendent for the Great Lakes Region of The Wesleyan Church be our guest preacher Nov. 16! As part of the fun, we are also having our last choir Sunday of the season!
Would you jump in on the fun + worship?
- Come to just one rehearsal this coming Thursday.
- Please sign up at the Welcome Table or mark “Choir” on your Communication Card so we can send you rehearsal songs ahead of time.
Also, Lawrence Williams will be leading the choir and worship next Sunday! Questions? See Pastor Christy or make a note on your Communication Card.
BAPTISM & MEMBERSHIP
So much new life is happening!
Baptism: We will be holding another baptism service soon. If you’ve been thinking about it and want to talk more about baptism, write “baptism” on your Communication Card and we’ll be in touch.
Membership: we’re holding our next Membership Class in January! Watch for more details to come soon!
WORSHIP ARTS MUSICIANS & SINGERS NEEDED
keyboard players | vocalists | guitarists | drummers
Our worship team is looking for passionate musicians and vocalists to join us in leading our congregation in worship. We currently have a need for keyboard players, vocalists, guitarists, and drummers. If you have a heart for worship and a desire to use your musical gifts to glorify God, we’d love to hear from you! Write “worship” on a communication card and we will reach out to schedule an audition.
FOOD ITEMS REQUESTED
Food items can be dropped off at the Café in the lobby on Sunday before services or during office hours throughout the week. Following are some highly desired items… Thank you!
❏ Peanut Butter
❏ Tuna
❏ Canned meals (ex. Mac & Beef EZ Open)
❏ Spaghetti and Low Sodium Pasta Sauce
❏ Chicken Ramen Noodles
❏ Rice
❏ Canned Veggies
❏ Canned Fruits
❏ Cookies
❏ Snacks
SHOWER OUTREACH MINISTRY
MTM's Mobile Shower Unit in Our Parking Lot
Our Monday morning shower ministry is seeking volunteers to join our team! If you’re looking for a meaningful way to connect with and impact City Life’s first neighbors, join us on Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or write “shower ministry” on a Communication card to connect with someone for more details!
CHURCH VAN SCHEDULE
The City Life van picks up guests for the 9:15 a.m. service each Sunday. Please be outside 5 minutes prior to the listed pick-up time. The schedule is as follows. All times are approximate.
- Mel Trotter – 8:50 a.m.
- Ferguson Apartments – 8:55 a.m.
- Degage – 9:00 a.m.
- Herkimer Apartments – 9:05 a.m.
DOWN THE ROAD
Heads up! Upcoming stuff to get on the calendar...
- Nov. 23: Immigrant Connection’s 10th Birthday Celebration!
- Dec. 7: Blue Christmas Service
- Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Production
PINE REST CAP PROGRAM
City Life has a partnership with Pine Rest CAP. All of these benefits are completely confidential and available at no cost to you. The services are for City Lifers and the family members who live in their households. All you would need to do is call the relevant number and say that you are with the City Life CAP program, and they will take it from there! Give them a call at: 800.442.0809