Care Group 3: Please look for an email from “Walter Hill Church No Reply” which will contain a link to the page where you can sign up for care group assignments.

The church office is closed on Thursdays and is accessible by appointment only.

The Hope We Have in Christ

Hope is a powerful thing.  It strengthens the discouraged, steadies the weary, and gives courage to those overwhelmed by life.  As Christians, our hope is not based on circumstances, emotions, or the changing world around us—it is rooted in Jesus Christ.

His birth reminds us that God keeps His promises.   From the prophets of old to the star over Bethlehem, God’s plan to redeem mankind was not forgotten.  Jesus entered the world not just to live among us, but to bring light into darkness and offer salvation to all who would seek Him.  His birth was the beginning of our hope.

His death reminds us of God’s incredible love.  Jesus willingly sacrificed Himself, bearing the weight of our sins so we could be reconciled to God.  Through His blood, we are forgiven, cleansed, and made new.  His death wasn’t defeat—it was victory over sin.

His resurrection assures us that death is not the end.  The empty tomb is the foundation of Christian hope.  Because He rose, we have confidence that life continues beyond the grave.  We know that God has prepared a place for those who follow Christ, and one day, every tear will be wiped away.

In Christ, we find a hope the world cannot give—a hope that sustains us today and prepares us for eternity.

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ… who has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3).

May we hold tightly to this hope and share it with others.

12/14/2025

“UNEXPECTED: When God Surprises the Unexpecting”

Scripture Reading: Luke 1:26-31

Cindy Hutchens finally received the results of her biopsy.  It is not cancer!  (December 12)

 

Please keep expectant mothers, Michelle Warnack (daughter-in-law of Brad & Lisa Warnack), Ariana Barrett, Hallie Stark, Kathryn Jones, Gracen Bounds, and Lauren Lee, in your prayers.

Christy Wakefield, Marla Gregory, Marshal & Susan Horton, Marie Clark, Faye Pistole, Terri Bradford, Wanda Nelson, Rita Hill, James Richardson, Helen Warren, Juanita Brewer, Ashley Jones, Greg Ashburn, Sepal DeBerry, Mary Jane Argo, Helen Phillips, Butch Eades, John Sellers, Jackye Stanfield, Barbara West, Rubin Horton, Timothy Ashburn, Jackie Gentry, Ken & Shirley Cobble, Roy Bradley, Rob Martin, Eddie Harris, Dawn Markum, Kevin Lawson, and George Schimpf.  Cancer: Lou Money, Bruce Bradford, Hector Cortez, Mary Creech, James Stanfield, Jimmy Woodard, Beverly Hines, Dickie Mitchell, Bobby Teems, Jeff Henson, Eric Burr, David Shaw, Phyllis Miller, Lisa Crowell, Kathy Vincion Givens, and Jennifer Collet.  Kidnapped children of our Christian family in Nigeria:  Asabe Lawa, Sarah Nkeki, Lugwa Samuel, Tabitha Sila, Saraya Amos, Hauwa Abdu, Rejoice Shaki, Esther John, Kauna Lalai, & Ruth Fillow.

Make plans to spend New Year’s Eve with your church family. We will begin right after Bible class on Wednesday, December 31. Please bring your favorite finger foods and drinks to share. Also bring your favorite games. We will eat and then play games until around 11:30 p.m. After that, we will clean up and sing in the New Year! If you have any questions, please see Lisa Richardson.

“Praying for Prodigals” group will meet on Sunday, December 21, after morning worship services in Room 109 for 5-10 minutes. If you have any questions, please see Bob Tracy.

Ladies Christmas Party will be held on Saturday, December 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon at the home of Christy Tracy. Please bring a wrapped Christmas tree themed item for the gift exchange ($20 suggested cost). Sign-up sheets for food will be posted soon. If you have any questions, please see Donna Ferrell, Jane Rehnborg, or Roxy Norwood.

The Fall 2026 church camping trip dates will be September 25-27 at Fairview Campground in Tims Ford State Park. Reservations can be made up to one year in advance. Please go ahead and reserve a campsite beginning this month if you plan to attend. If you have any questions, please see Randy or Alissa Cary.

Several years ago the Walter Hill congregation put together and published a cookbook of favorite recipes of our members. We still have copies of the cookbook available if anyone would like a copy or copies. They are $8 each and make nice gifts. If you would like a copy or copies, please contact Judy or Barbara Money.

Canned Ham / Macaroni & Cheese

Please place donations in the basket located in the lobby.

12/07/2025

Sunday Morning — 307

Sunday Evening — 216

Wednesday — 222

12/07/2025

Weekly Budget: $14,500.00
Contribution: $17,749.00
Year to Date Budget: $710,500.00
Year to Date Contribution: $863,949.00