Message from God’s Word: Pastor Michael D. Williams “Struggles Will Cease” Isaiah 26:1-4; John 14:27; Romans 5:1-2, 6-11 2nd Sunday of Advent
Growing In: God Communion Service Communion at the Orchard Church is a time of dynamic remembrance of Christ’s death as the atonement for our sins. Communion is open to all believers. Please take a moment to read through the process of our communion so that you will know what to expect. Distribution: A member of the hospitality team will come to your row, opposite of the center aisle. Whoever in the row desires to partake in communion can stand up and approach the front communion table. Once at the table, the pastors will distribute the bread, which represents the body of Christ, and the cup (grape juice), which represents the blood of Christ. You will hold onto both elements and make your way back to your seat. Examination: While waiting for the entire congregation to receive the communion elements, you are invited to spend some time in self-examination, confessing your sins to God, and asking that God would examine your heart as well. Partake: Once the entire congregation has received the elements and returned to their seats, the congregation will partake in the elements together as directed by the pastor / Elders.
Orchard Family Annual Meeting The Orchard Family will meet for our Annual Meeting with a Membership vote on Sunday, December 7th after service. Items to be presented: 2026 Budget and the Missions Team. Copies available of the proposed budget for 2026 are located at the Resource Center. Items to be voted on will be:
2026 Financial Budget - If you have any questions regarding the upcoming budget, please direct them to a Trustee or Pastor Mike (Senior Pastor), Nadine Baker (Treasure).
2026 Missions Team. The Nominees for the Missions Team are Kevin Smiley (Mission Chair), Mell Halvorsen, Chelsea Shattuck and Beth Stringer. The senior pastor: Pastor Mike or his designee is also a voting member on this team.
Orchard Baptism The Orchard Church is happy to announce that we are planning to schedule a Baptism. If you or a family member would like to participate, please indicate your interest on today’s communication card. If you have any questions regarding the Orchard’s principles on Baptism, see Pastor Mike for more details.
Membership Seminar The Orchard is planning to schedule a membership seminar. If you’d like to know more about being a member of the Orchard Church, please indicate your interest on the Communication Card attached to today’s bulletin. If you would like to reserve space or have any questions, please contact Beth at the Orchard Office: 263-8267.
Evening of Prayer Each Wednesday, the Orchard will be hosting an Evening of Prayer at 7:00 PM with Pastor Mike leading. This event will continue every Wednesday with the focus on prayer, praise and thanksgiving. We will also have a time of scripture reading, devotion and music. This is a great opportunity to invite a friend.
Growing In: Service “Debt Free Opportunity” ~ Update: Thank you for your generous support in helping to pay off our church mortgage. Update: The Orchard has collected $37,130.00 as of 11/30/2025. Thank You!!
Growing In: Relationships Orchard’s Secret Pals ~ Monday, December 8th Ladies interested in participating in secret pals for 2026, please plan to join us Monday, December 8th at 6:00 PM. We will have a time for reflection on the past year and a time to reveal our pal. We will draw new names at this event to kick off in time for Christmas. This is a fun way to get to know other ladies from the Orchard. Any questions talk with Marge or Beth.
Women’s fellowship Advent Luncheon ~ Date: 12/13/2025 Time: 11:30 – 1:30 PM. We invite the women of Thoe Orchard Church to join us for a time of fellowship. A scrumptious meal will be provided along with a brief devotion, Christmas Carols, games and more. Join us as we celebrate Advent and the coming birth of our Lord Jesus! If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Andra Williams.
Carols and Cocoa ~ Christmas Eve Please join us for Carols and Cocoa Wednesday, December 24th at 5:30 PM. This special candlelight service is open to all including extended families. Singing Christmas Carols with others is a great way to kickoff Christmas Eve with your family. Pastor Mike will share a short devotion on our Saviors birth. Hope you will join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus!
Mark Your Calendar for upcoming Orchard Events: December 7th – Annual Business Meeting after service ~ Youth Group December 8th – Secret Pals Revealing Party: 6:00 PM December 13th – Women’s Fellowship Advent Lunch December 17th – Christmas Meal Distribution December 19th – Youth after Dark: 7-9 PM December 24th – Christmas Eve Carols and Cocoa: 5:30 PM December 22nd thru January 5th – Office Closed
Prayer Request Weekly prayer request goes out to our dedicated prayer team. If you have a prayer request, please indicate your request on the communication card or email [email protected]. Growing Healthy Believers ~ It’s WHO we are and WHAT we do!
You can continue to make tithes and offerings through the mail or through PayPal. Find details here: giving to The Orchard Church.
