Christmas Can Still Change The World

November 17, 2009 at 1:35 pm | Posted in church, culture, family, justice | 3 Comments

I am so excited that our church community is participating in the Advent Conspiracy this year. AC is a grassroots movement of churches who believe that Christmas can still change the world.  Together, we are following the lead of our Savior who came into the world to give Himself away.  Here’s a brief introductory video explaining AC:

During each of the next four weeks, we will explore one of the following themes as a way of living into the story of God during this Advent season:

  • Worship Fully
  • Spend Less
  • Give More
  • Love All

At the conclusion of AC, on Sunday, December 6th, we will collect a special offering which we will give away completely.  We are privileged to partner with two great organizations bringing compassion, justice and hope to many people in need around the world:

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In case you’re interested, here are the slides from this past week’s worship gathering (and, in case you’re wondering, I designed the AC title slide):


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  1. We’re going to be doing a “progressive” Advent (we’ll be in a different home and neighborhood each week), and I’m seriously thinking about pitching AC to the Ikon folks. Thanks for sharing.

    Comment by Jason Coker — November 17, 2009 #

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    • Jason – I *love* the idea of a progressive Advent! It’s so easy to talk about “preparing the way”; I think celebrating together in different homes each week brings Advent to life. I might steal that one :)

      Comment by daniel so — November 17, 2009 #

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      • It was my wife’s idea. As usual Jenell comes up with all the cool stuff ; )

        Comment by Jason Coker — November 17, 2009 #


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