Happy Thanksgiving!
The Bible says, “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him” (Colossians 3:17). In the original language, the root of the word for “thanks” is actually “grace,” which is closely related to the word for “joy.” The idea is that as we recognize God’s grace in our lives, it produces joy, which is expressed in thanksgiving.
One of the things I am grateful for this year is you! I am grateful for the relationships, the partnership in the gospel, and all the Lord is doing in and through our church family.
So on this day, a day set aside for giving thanks, let’s remember God’s grace – all the good that he has done for us. And let’s allow our joy to overflow in thanksgiving to God.
As Psalm 100 says,
1 Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth!
2 Serve the Lord with gladness!
Come into his presence with singing!
3 Know that the Lord, he is God!
It is he who made us, and we are his;
we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture.
4 Enter his gates with thanksgiving,
and his courts with praise!
Give thanks to him; bless his name!
5 For the Lord is good;
his steadfast love endures forever,
and his faithfulness to all generations
Christmas at Ingleside 2025
I hope you will invite a friend to join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus at Ingleside this Christmas.
Here are the details:
December 12-14 | The King is Here – Christmas Musical Presentations
Friday at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday at 3:30 & 6:30 p.m.
Sunday at 10:30 a.m., 3:30 & 6:30 p.m.
No tickets are necessary. Seating is first come, first served. Doors open thirty minutes prior to each presentation. Preschool ministry is provided for 6 weeks – 4K. Christmas cookies and apple cider follow each afternoon and evening presentation. On Sunday morning, breakfast food and fellowship begin in the Gathering Area at 9:30 a.m. Invite a friend and celebrate Christmas at Ingleside!
Historically, we have had the most empty seats on Saturday evening and Sunday evening. That may be helpful to keep in mind as you make plans and invite others.
Sunday, December 21 | One service only | 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, December 21 | Christmas Remembrance Service | 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel
This service is designed specifically to comfort and encourage those whose hearts are grieving and hurting during the holiday season. In this service, you will find healing and hope from the Lord.
Wednesday, December 24 | Christmas Eve Services
2:00 p.m. – Family Service
3:30 p.m. – Family Service
5:00 p.m. – Family Service
7:30 p.m. – Communion Service
No tickets are necessary. Seating is first come, first served. Doors open thirty minutes prior to each service. Each Family Service includes a live nativity. The services are 45 minutes in length, and no childcare is provided. Children of all ages are welcome. The Candlelight Communion Service is designed for adults and families with children, elementary age and older. No childcare is provided.
With the affection of Christ,
