Creek Connection – 12/08/24
happy SUNDAY!
HERE’S YOUR WEEKLY OVERVIEW OF WHAT’S HAPPENING AT HARRIS CREEK.
FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
christmas giving tree
spread the joy this season!
This December, join us in supporting our local ministry partners through our Christmas Giving Trees! Here's how you can get involved:
Step 1: Visit the Welcome desk in the Commons and choose an ornament from the Giving Tree. Scan the QR code on the ornament or click the link below to view the items needed.
Step 2: Purchase the item(s) and drop off your donation at the Welcome Desk in the Commons by Sunday, December 15th.
Let’s come together as a community to bless others with gifts that make a difference.
Click here to meet a need!
Year end giving
make an impact for the kingdom in 2024!
Your generosity fuels the mission of Harris Creek to build God’s Kingdom and spread the Gospel across the globe. Every gift makes a difference in advancing this mission.
Reminder: All contributions for 2024 must be received by December 31 to be included this year. Church offices are closed December 25 - January 1.
Here’s how you can give:
Online: Visit harriscreek.org/give.
In-Person: Drop your gift in the giving boxes at church.
Mail: Send a check postmarked by December 31 to Harris Creek.
Text: Give any dollar amount by texting 84321.
Thank you for partnering with us to bring the hope of Christ to every corner of the world!
HOLIDAY SERVE
Join Us in Making a Difference This Holiday Season!
The holiday season is a special time, and we need volunteers to help make it memorable for our church family and guests! Now through Sunday, January 12, we're looking for Harris Creek members ready to serve in Kids Ministry and Frontlines. Whether you’re new to volunteering or looking to step back in, these roles are our greatest need—and they’re a meaningful way to impact others.
Sign up today at harriscreek.org/christmas.
second half christmas gathering
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 | 6P | a 50+ ministry
Join us for a joyful Christmas Gathering featuring a special performance by the talented Midway High School Senior Choir! Bring your favorite sweet or savory treat to share, and let’s celebrate the season together with music, treats, and Christmas cheer.
Learn more and register at harriscreek.org/events.
to the nations Info session
Sunday, december 15 | 4p | info and Q&A
Are you ready to make a difference in 2025? Join us for an Information and Q&A Session where you’ll learn all about the incredible mission opportunities for next year! Come hear inspiring stories, get details on the trip locations and dates, and discover how you can play a part. Whether you’ve been on mission trips before or are exploring this for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to get your questions answered and connect with others who share a passion for serving.
drive-in movie night
Sunday, december 15 | 5:30p | Harris creek lawn
Get ready for a cozy night under the stars at our Harris Creek Drive-In Movie Night on Sunday, December 15th immediately following our 4p service! We’ll have exciting surprises in store, and you can enjoy The Grinch (2018) movie from the comfort of your car or bring a blanket to sit up close on the lawn by the giant screen. It’s the perfect chance to gather with friends and family, so invite everyone! Mark your calendars—you don’t want to miss it!
Christmas Eve Services
Celebrate Christmas with Us!
Join us this Christmas Eve as we gather to worship and remember the joyful news of our Savior’s birth—the night Jesus stepped into our darkness and filled the world with light. Let’s come together to celebrate the hope, peace, and joy that His arrival brings.
Christmas Eve Services
Tuesday, December 24
2p & 3:30p — Kids Ministry (Birth - Pre-K)
5p — No Kids Ministry
sunday at home
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29 | NO in-person SERVICES
On Sunday, December 29, Harris Creek will not hold any in-person services. A special worship service will be available online. We encourage you to take this opportunity to gather with your family for prayer and worship as you reflect on the past year and prepare for the new one. Regular services will resume on Sunday, January 5.
harris creek residency
applications are open | Now – january 15, 2025
Do you have a passion for the Church and making Jesus known in this generation? Are you sensing vocational ministry is the next step in your journey and desiring to be developed and equipped practically? Join our Residency where you can grow and be trained in how we do ministry here at Harris Creek and beyond.
Learn more at harriscreek.org/residency.
More than roommates marriage conference
january 31 - february 1, 2025 | HARRIS CREEK
Marriage is like a good song—when you like the melody, the beat, the way the voices and instruments work together, you want to hear that song over and over again. But when the notes clash and the instruments are out of tune, you remove that song from your playlist. This year at the More Than Roommates Marriage Conference, we want to help you make beautiful music together in your marriage. So warm up your vocal chords, come ready for a tune up, and join us for teaching, breakouts, worship, and a whole lot of fun!
Learn more and register at harriscreek.org/events.
becoming something live
april 11-12, 2025 | waco, tx
We invite young adults in their 20s and 30s to come connect with others from around the country and get ready to have some interactive fun with JP, Kathy, and Nate. We’ll be worshipping together and recording live Becoming Something podcast episodes. Rally your crew and make your plans to join us!
Get tickets HERE!
breakfast heroes
be a breakfast hero! | Individuals & life groups
Many Sundays throughout the year our Creative Teams put in 8-10 hours on a Sunday serving the Church and many arrive at 6:30a! We want to bless them with a hot breakfast while they serve! If you or your Life Group would be willing to provide breakfast right before the 9a service begins, you’d be a hero!
For more details, email stph.wong@gmail.com.
midweek childcare leaders
We are hiring! | Join the team
We're looking for part-time Midweek Childcare Leaders to join our team and support our morning and evening equipping ministries throughout the week.
Interested? Learn more and apply at harriscreek.org/kidsmidweek.
More NEWS & EVENTS
YOUTH GATHERING /// TONIGHT /// 6P /// GRADES 6-12 /// Learn more.
RE:GENERATION /// MONDAYS /// 6:30P /// Learn more.
THE NET /// THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 /// 7P /// YOUNG ADULTS /// Learn more.
INTEGRATE AT NIGHT /// FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 /// 6P /// GRADES 4-5 /// Learn more.
COURAGEOUS HOPE /// MONDAYS, JANUARY 20 - APRIL 21 /// 6:30P /// Learn more.
GLOBAL MISSION OPPORTUNITIES 2025 /// Learn more.
MEMBERSHIP CLASS /// WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22 /// 6P /// Sign up.
SISTERHOOD PRAYER GROUPS /// JOIN A MONTHLY PRAYER GROUP /// Sign up.
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