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Dear family and friends,

When you hear the word fellowship, what comes to mind? Perhaps coffee after church, a meal with friends, or a conversation filled with laughter. These are wonderful gifts. But biblical fellowship invites us into something deeper: sharing our lives in Christ and helping each other follow Him.

Acts 2:42 tells us that the first Christians “devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Fellowship was woven into their worship, their learning, and their everyday lives, and of course it deserves that same place in ours.

We worship together. When we gather, we turn our attention toward the Lord through His Word, prayer, and song. We’re sitting shoulder-to-shoulder. Colossians 3:16 connects singing with teaching and encouraging one another. Your voice in worship can strengthen someone sitting next to you or in front of you—someone whose heart, for whatever reason, is struggling to sing.

“Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.” Colossians‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ 

We encourage one another. Hebrews 10:24, 25 calls us to consider how to stir one another toward love and good works, faithfully meeting together and encouraging each other. In a small group we’re sitting face-to-face. 

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭10‬:‭24‬, 25‬

Ideally, we come to church ready to receive, but also ready to give. Someone may need the very encouragement God has equipped you to offer. On the way to church this Sunday, would you pray and ask God to use you to encourage at least one other person.  What would happen if we all prayed that on the way to church?

Hebrews 3:13 urges us to encourage one another daily so that sin does not harden our hearts: “But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.”  

We help one another follow Jesus. Ephesians 4:15, 16 describes a church growing together into Christ as each member does their part. Spiritual maturity is a shared calling. God uses our relationships to teach us patience, deepen our faith, and help us become more like His Son.

“From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work. So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking.”  Ephesians‬ ‭4‬:‭16‬, 17‬ 

Here is a question worth considering: Who knows how you are really doing in your walk with Jesus—and whose walk are you helping to strengthen?

We can attend Sunday morning worship regularly and even be a part of a small group and still remain largely unknown. Deeper fellowship grows as we take the risk of sharing a struggle, asking for prayer, receiving help, and making room for someone else.

This week, take one more step. Invite someone to coffee or to share a meal. Follow up on a prayer request or ask a friend what the Lord is teaching them. Let someone know how you need encouragement.

Jesus has brought us into His family and specifically the part of His family that is Clairemont Emmanuel. Let’s share our lives as people who belong to Him—and to one another.

In preparation for this Sunday, read Ecclesiastes 3. 

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MISSIONS BOOK CLUB – Join us for the missions book club, which will resume in 2027. Meetings will be held on Friday evenings once a quarter in Clairemont. Our first book of the new year will be Isobel Kuhn by Lois Hoadley Dick. If you’re interested, you can reach out to Maria Farr (619-599-5693) or Danielle Huffman (435-531-2934). 

HOLY LAND TRIP?  Given the current situation, any trip would be in a couple years from now, or later, but not earlier. In the past, former member, Eric Johnson has organized trips “In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul” (to Turkey, Greece and Rome), to Israel, and a “Protestant Historical Tour of Germany and either England or Scotland.” Take the survey only if you’re interested in one or more of these trips. The survey link is found at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PS2RBZX. The survey is ten questions long and the only one you have to answer is the first—your name. If you have any questions, contact Pastor Kenny.

CLAIREMONT EMMANUEL VETERANS GROUP – If you are you a vet of any branch of military service, contact Timothy Hulbert at timothy_hulbert@yahoo.com, or 858-754-7946 to find out more. We would love for you to join us.

INTERESTED IN JOINING A SMALL GROUP? – Would you like to start or join a small group? Participants decide the frequency and scope of their gatherings. Small groups meet together for fellowship, prayer, and Bible study. These groups are an integral part of our church community. Most meet regularly in the home of a group member. It may include dinner from time-to-time. If you haven’t found a group in your area, please let us know! Call or text Pastor Aaron if you’re interested. (If you’re interested in a women’s group, contact Lois Taylor at the church office.)

PRAYER TENT – Community outreach prayer tent opportunity. For the past months on Monday evenings from 6-8PM in the middle parking lot, you may have seen a blue easy-up with “Need prayer?” sign and a couple of Clairemont Emmanuel people there to pray, talk to people, and hand out Bibles and other information. If you’re interested in finding out more, stop by on a Monday evening or call/text Dan Cassels at 619-972-5976.

CARE FOR CLAIREMONT – Is a group of guys willing to help do some safe, light, ‘muscle jobs’ for seniors that could take around an hour or so to do.  If you are in need of some help around your home, contact Pastor Kenny. 

SEE SOMEONE YOU DON’T RECOGNIZE AT CHURCH? – Please don’t assume that someone else will greet them.  Will YOU go up and introduce yourself to them and welcome them this Sunday to Clairemont Emmanuel!

AFTER-SERVICE PRAYER – We will continue to invite people to come forward for prayer at the end of the service. Please know that this is an invitation for you to come forward and pray about anything that God has put on your heart. Of course to know the Lord, or to make spiritual decisions, but also to pray for anything personal you’d like prayer for. You might have a special prayer request for family, friends, work, etc. Maybe it’s on your heart to come and pray for our pastors, missionaries, staff, youth, children, or one of our other ministries, etc. Our team is available to pray with you about anything God puts on your heart. Please come and join us. 

PRAY FOR OUR SERVICE MEMBERS DEPLOYED or ON ASSIGNMENT – We have several of our young men who are currently deployed.  PLEASE PRAY especially for Bryant, Kerry, Ty, Mike and Cole, Ryan. (For security we’re just going with first names.) Please text Pastor Kenny and let him know of any other members or regular attenders who are deployed or away temporarily and please pray for them.

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2026 Class Schedule

·      All classes are held in The Upper Room from 2-5PM

·      Text Pastor Kenny (619-508-3785) if you’re interested in reserving a spot for any of these classes.

·      Our goal is that every member takes each one of the classes. 

• Jan 10 Evangelism

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CAREGIVER WANTED – One of our female members is in need of a caregiver.  If you’re interested, contact Pastor Kenny.

YOUNGLIVES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The Children’s ministry is making Blessing Bags for the We See You, San Diego, homeless guests for their Thanksgiving meal. Here is our Amazon wish list. 

YoungLives is having a Friendsgiving and needs some decorations and ministry support for leader care: You can find the Amazon list here. Thank you as always for your support!

Olive Crest Meal Train – Meal (for 12) for Teen Drop-in Shelter - Can you consider making a meal once a month for their shelter? They now have afternoon and evening drop-offs available for selection: Click Here

YoungLives – Additional support for this fun ministry: #1. First Thursday at Friendship Church in Logan Heights or Third Friday at Catalyst Church in Paradise Hills, always 6:30-8:30PM. We need childcare volunteers once a month. Would you please consider helping out? You can serve as a family. #2. Anyone or a couple want to be our set-up/tear-down support for Club? Third Thursday at Catalyst Church in Paradise Hills. Set up tables and chairs 5:30-6:30, go have dinner somewhere, and return to clean up and put the tables and chairs away. 

INTERESTED IN SERVING IN KIDS MINISTRY? – We have many opportunities to join on Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings. We’d love to have you join us in our partnership with parents to disciple this next generation! Get involved by contacting Susan Robinson at 619-985-5188 or at SusanAnnRobinson@gmail.com. 

SOUND BOOTH – Those who control the video, sound, and lights, are looking for more volunteers for Sunday mornings. If you have any technical skills or desire to learn, talk to Pastor Zach or Stephen Carpenter in the sound booth and let them know you’d like to join the team.

WELCOME TABLE VOLUNTEERS – Have a heart to welcome our church on Sunday mornings? We invite you to serve here! The welcome table is a place to welcome all guests, to be a warm space for newcomers (and the regulars) to be seen and known, to connect them with our community, get their questions answered, to share about our church history and culture, and to get resources. Please contact Sunshine McCroskey for more details at speechsunshine@gmail.com. (Church membership required.)

AV MINISTRY – Men and women! If you are looking for a ministry (especially if you have a background in technology / sound, but even if you don’t), contact Pastor Zach (858-322-2105), or one of the guys in the sound booth and let them know you’d like to join the team.

SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY – Children’s Ministry is exploring the idea of starting a Special Needs Team to better support individuals and families in our church community who have children with special needs. No experience is necessary—we’re simply looking to see who might be interested in learning more. This is not a commitment, just a chance to express curiosity or willingness to be involved in the future. If you’d like to be part of the conversation, please contact Nikki Uyboco at nikknacks1@gmail.com.

GREETING AND USHERING – If you are interested in greeting and ushering, talk to Joe Dameron on Sunday morning or to Timothy Hulbert (first service) or Justin Hoech (second service).

COMMUNITY CARE – Community Care ministry would like to love on our Clairemont Emmanuel members in times of need (surgery, illness, cancer treatments, death of loved one) as well as celebrations of life (wedding, birth, new home, etc.). If you know of a member that deserves some love please submit a prayer card addressed to Community Care with member name and address and reason for care and our team will make sure a card will be sent to them.

MINISTRY TABLES – If you are a leader of one of our many ministries and would like a table on the patio, contact the office (619-276-1922) to schedule a Sunday! Plan to be at your table after both services.

SMALL GROUP LEADERS – If you’re interested in the possibility of leading an adult small group, contact Pastor Aaron. 

FIRST SERVICE GREETERS – Are you interested in greeting people as they come to church? We’re looking for a few friendly people to join our team. Reach out to Joe Dameron at 858-603-8462 or stop by the table of the patio today.

COMMUNITY CARE MINISTRY • ADOPT A MOM – We are seeking an individual or family to “adopt” a young mom and child from YoungLives for a one-year commitment. This involves weekly call/text, visitation twice a month and cards/gifts on special occasions like birthdays. We “adopted” Marianna and Romeo last year and they are now exceeding our expectations as far as growth and progress. We as a church want to replicate this with another family. For more information contact Jeanie Presley at jeanie.presley@gmail.com or 619-997-2079.

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