Service at 10:00am and 5th Sunday Potluck meal. Everyone is welcome.
ADVENT WREATH
THE ADVENT WREATH
The Advent wreath is a circular garland of evergreen branches representing eternity. On that wreath, four or five candles are typically arranged. Each candle represents an aspect of the spiritual preparation for the coming of the Lord, Jesus Christ.
During the season of Advent, one candle on the wreath is lit each Sunday as a part of the Advent services. Families or other small groups of people give devotional readings while lighting the candles on the Advent wreath, adding a meaningful dimension to worship. Many families repeat the tradition at home as a way of deepening and making spiritual preparations more intimate and personal.
FIRST WEEK OF ADVENT
Throughout the first week of Advent, Christians reflect on the theme of hope and the idea that Christ's coming into the world brings hope to a world in need of salvation. It's a time for believers to meditate on the prophecies in the Bible, such as those in the book of Isaiah, that foretell the birth of the Messiah. The liturgical color associated with this week is typically purple or blue, symbolizing anticipation, penance, and preparation.
Making an Advent Wreath
Making an Advent Wreath
Creating your own Advent wreath can be a meaningful activity. You can use a circular base, fresh or artificial greens, and the appropriate candles. Here’s a simple guide:
- Gather Materials: You will need a circular base (like a floral ring), evergreen branches, and four candles (three purple, one pink) plus a white Christ candle for the center.
- Assemble the Wreath: Arrange the greens around the base and place the candles evenly spaced around the wreath.
- Decorate: You can add additional decorations like ribbons or ornaments to personalize your wreath. 1
The Advent wreath serves as a beautiful reminder of the Christian faith's central message during the holiday season, encouraging believers to reflect on the significance of Christ's coming into the world.
Unique Events for November & December
5th SUNDAY
Combined Worship &
Churchwide Potluck
Sunday - November 30th
Join us for a combined worship service
at 10am followed by our churchwide
potluck at 11am.
Food and beverage sign-up sheets
are on the orange “Connect” board
in the main hallway.
Angel Tree for Seniors in Nursing Homes
Tax Collector’s Angel Tree
for Seniors in
Nursing Homes
The Pasco County Tax Collector’s Office is collecting gifts for nursing home residents through their “Adopt a Senior for Christmas” program.
Each office has its own angel tree and is collecting gifts for a specific local nursing home.
The Land O’ Lakes office is collecting gifts for
Baldomero Lopez State Veterans Home.
To participate, please stop by the Tax Collector’s Office, or visit their website for more information: www.pascotaxes.com.
CSS Angel Tree for Children in Need
CSS Angel Tree
for Children in Need
*** This tree is at the back of our sanctuary. To participate: ***
- Select a child’s angel tag (take a picture in case your tag is misplaced).
- Purchase and wrap a gift ($25 range) for your angel tree child.
- If you plan to spend more than $25, please take a second tag to bless another child!
- Securely attach the angel tag to your gift and return it to Harvester by
December 13th.
Thank you!
Annual Congregational Meeting- December 7
Annual Congregational Meeting-
December 7:
All church members are encouraged to join us as we conduct the annual business of the church. We will meet at 12pm in the sanctuary.
Harvester Kids Fun Night!
Harvester Kids Fun Night!
Friday - December 12th
6:00-9:00pm
This is open to children K-5th grade.
Join the fun!
Register by December 10th:
Christmas Chamber Quartet
Christmas Chamber Quartet
Saturday - December 13th
3:00-4:30pm
Join us for a lovely afternoon of
Christmas classics performed by the
North Bay Chamber Orchestra
Christmas Movie Night
.
Christmas Jazz Concert
Christmas Jazz Concert
Thursday - December 18th
1:30-2:45pm
You're invited to a matinee
Christmas jazz concert performed by the
Sweet Jazz Tampa Bay Band
CHRISTMAS ON PURPOSE
CHRISTMAS ON PURPOSE
Please join us for Advent season.
*Christmas Chamber Quartet: Saturday, December 13th, 3:00-4:30pm
“The Chosen: Holy Night” Movie: Monday, December 15th, 6:00-8:00pm
*Christmas Jazz Concert: Thursday, December 18th, 1:30-3:00pm
* Carols & Cocoa: Sunday, December 21st, 4:00-5:30pm
*Christmas Eve Services: Wednesday, December 24th, 4:00pm & 6:00pm
Happening SOON
Harvester's Caregiver Support Group
Harvester's Caregiver Support Group
Thursdays
10:00-11:00am
Rooms 117-118
Contact:
Kathy Griggs
Growth Group Class Schedule
Upcoming Classes: December and January
(All CLASS Dates are Saturdays)
Upcoming Classes:
CLASS 101: December 6
CLASS 101: January 10
CLASS 201: January 17
CLASS 301 & 401: January 24
Classes should be taken in sequential order & childcare is provided upon request.
Sign up on the orange “Connect” board in the main hallway.
or
Contact Pastor Russ to Register!
Pastor Russ McKee: pastorruss@harvestercommunity.com
Driveway Project
Driveway Project
Harvester Driveway Project
We are raising funds to repave
our driveway and parking area.
Watch for the "fundraising thermometer" in the main hallway
as we track our progress toward our $50,000 goal!
If you'd like to contribute to this project,
please mark your envelope, check or
online gift as "driveway."
Thank you!
This Sunday November 30th
10am
Combined Worship
with
Harvester Kids
Christmas presentation
11:00am
Churchwide Potluck
Please stay to enjoy
the food & fellowship!
1st Sunday
of Advent
(see Advent details)