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Worship 12/8/24
NurturE
Mark Dewey will lead an adult class in December and January focusing on the birth narratives in Matthew and Luke. The class will meet in person after worship. The schedule includes classes on December 8 and 15 and January 5, 12, and 19.
Christmas Caroling
On December 22nd at 1:00, we will join Sunnyside residents at the Highlands for some Christmas Caroling. Plan to stay after worship for a light lunch. We will provide music sheets. Come to enjoy this festive time!
Gift exchange table
Reduce, reuse, regift! Once again, we have a table outside the library to collect items you don't want or need that might be someone else's treasure. You're also welcome to "shop" for yourself or others. After Christmas, any remaining items will be donated to Gift and Thrift.
Poinsettias
Donations in lieu of poinsettias can continue to be made through https://secure.myvanco.com/L-Z4WD/campaign/C-12C0Q?access=tile_direct
Reaching Out Book Study
The Reaching Out Marks Group is beginning a book study on "The Gift of Years: Growing Older Gracefully," by Joan Chittister. This book is for those who are getting into later years, as well as anyone who wants a better understanding of issues facing aging family or friends. They are "reaching out" to welcome more group members for any folks interested. They meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11:45 in homes or the Yoke Room, and generally enjoy snacks and sharing in addition to a devotional and the book study. Reach out to Judy LePera, Melodie Davis, Kim Shank or Paul Sleezer for more info.
Winter Yoga Session
Winter 2025 Yoga will be offered by Centering Space and led by Robin Atwood on Tuesdays, January 7 - February 11 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary. Click here to register. Suggested donation for the class is $30. You can pay online here, through Trinity's online giving portal, or with a check/cash when you come.
Keister Holiday Gift Program
The Keister Holiday Gift Program has begun! This program provides holiday gifts for children in financially strained families. Each child receives 3 gifts - a toy, clothing and a much needed household item. Feel free to share this Gift Drive with your family and fellow community members! Broad participation fills wishes. Please purchase and/or deliver gifts by Friday, December 13. Remember to add a few days for shipping to meet the deadline! For your convenience, we have created multiple, convenient ways for you to give to this program. Please read through the following information and choose your way to give! And remember to keep checking the lists! We will continue to add families as we receive their information!
1.) We have an Amazon Wish List, entitled 2023 Keister Elementary School Holiday Gift Program, from which you can purchase and ship your gift. When ordering your donation, select the shipping address "2024 KES Holiday Gift Drive" For security reasons, the actual address is not made public. Your gift WILL be sent to the home of one of our school PTO program organizers. The school staff or a community volunteer will deliver your gift to a participating Keister child. Gifts listed on the Wish Lists are specific requests made by a child. Your gift will be their wish fulfilled. The list is continually being updated as we receive more requests. To give, click link below:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/NNTNSEDPG3Y6?ref_=list_d_wl_ys_list_1&filter=unpurchased&sort=default&viewType=list
2.) We also have a Perfect Potluck signup sheet for clothes and much needed household items, for givers that would prefer to do their own shopping. The list is continually being updated as we receive more requests. You can sign up and drop off your gift at Keister. There are directions on Perfect Potluck for wrapping and labeling gifts. When purchasing pants, remember that elastic waists are a good bet for a great fit!
https://www.perfectpotluck.com/meals.php?t=QJHP8991&welcome=1
3.) Do you just want to give cash? Great! Your cash or check donation can be made out to the school. Our school personnel will use those funds to purchase unfilled gift requests. Make your check out to Keister Elementary School, noting that the funds are for the Holiday Gift Program. Cash gifts are most helpful if they are submitted by Monday, December 9.
Thank you for your support and generosity!
Keister Staff & Parents of the PTO
Volunteer Signups
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