SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2025

WELCOME!                                                    

We are glad you have chosen to worship with us today as we celebrate the Christmas Season and Advent. Please use a Welcome Card to let us hear from you. You can tell us about your visit or share a prayer request.

WEEKLY  SCHEDULE       SUNDAYS      -     WORSHIP & LIFE GROUPS  @  9 AM & 10:30 AM       

                                                                                         KIDS   @  10:30 AM

                                                        WEDNESDAYS -  STUDENT DECLARATION, KID’S CONNECTION & 

                                                                                         PRAYER GATHERING  @  6:30 PM                                       

KIDS     -    Birth - 5th Grade                  Contact G.G. Root, Kid’s Ministry Director - kids@coastaloakschurch.org

Sundays     9 AM - Care for parent’s in classes         

                   10:30 AM - Birth - 5th grade - Kids 4 yrs & up will be dismissed after the songs for Kid’s Sunday School  

Wednesdays    KIDS’ CONNECTION          6:30 - 7:30 PM  

STUDENTS     -    6th - 12th Grades             Contact Pastor Billy McDonnel  - 361-960-1749 or billy@coastaloakschurch.org

Wednesdays     DECLARATION STUDENTS        6:30 - 8 PM             

ADULT LIFE GROUPS  -     Contact Pastor Billy McDonnel  - 361-960-1749          A list of groups & leaders at www.coastaloakschurch.org.

We have Small Group Bible Studies that  meet on Sundays at 9AM & 10:30AM and several times during the week.

DEACON NOMINATION BALLOTS ARE DUE TODAY!!

Prayerfully consider your nominations, then drop them in an offering box today.  Contact Shawn Hill @ 361-463-9298 for info. 

CHRISTMAS BLESSING TREE MISSION PROJECT                NOW  -  DEC. 14                  Wrap presents on Dec. 14

We will be adopting kids for Christmas.  Stop by the table in the foyer. Contact Tina Ledbetter @ 361-463-6690 for more information. 

WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY       TOMORROW, MON., DEC. 8        6 PM       INVITE A FRIEND, NEIGHBOR OR CO-WORKER!

All women are invited to our Annual Party with an ornament exchange (bring a $5 - $7 wrapped ornament), an Ugly Sweater Contest (wear your outfit) and lots of great food (bring an appetizer or dessert to share). Contact Paula M. 541-350-6997 or G. G. 580-480-2263 for info.

ADVENT DEVOTIONAL BOOKS              We have a gift for every family.  

Get yours today in the foyer!

LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING                          MONTH OF DECEMBER                  CHURCH GOAL  -  $5,000

This annual offering supports International Missionaries as they share the Gospel world-wide. Pick up a Prayer Guide at the Welcome Desk. 

2026 PROPOSED BUDGET                       

CALLED BUSINESS MEETING - DEC. 21 @ END OF SECOND SERVICE     

There is a preview and explanation out for your review available at the Welcome Desk. Please contact a member of the Finance Committee, if you have any questions. There will be a Called Business Meeting to adopt the budget.

FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION                    TUESDAY, DEC. 9                    5 - 6:30 PM

Invite your friends, neighbors and co-workers to come pick up food.  Volunteers are always welcome to come help. Contact Melissa @ 361-579-8286.

CASTAWAYS THRIFT STORE                       DONATIONS ARE NEEDED - DESIGNATE TO “BAPTIST” 

Thanks to our volunteers who are serving in various roles (sorting, pricing, greeting, cashiers, stockers, loading/unloading). Friday is our day to operate the store, come on over any day and see what it’s all about!  Contact Susan Pope @ 316-281-5306 for information or to volunteer. 

UPCOMING EVENTS                    Contact leader for event or volunteer information  

ADVENT BEGINS                         SUNDAY, NOV. 30                           9AM & 10:30 AM                    PASTOR CHRIS                 

BLESSING TREE                ADOPT A KID FOR CHRISTMAS                    NOV. 30 - DEC. 14          FOYER                    TINA LEDBETTER              361-463-6690

LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING                       MONTH OF DECEMBER                                THIS OFFERING SUPPORTS INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS

WOMEN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY - ORNAMENT EXCHANGE, UGLY SWEATERS & SNACKS      

MON, DEC. 8                    6 PM                    G.G. ROOT  

FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTION  (COASTAL BEND FOOD BANK)                 TUESDAY, DEC. 9             5 - 6:15 PM            MELISSA ALLISON          361-579-8286 

MEN'S BREAKFAST (Third Saturday each month)              SATURDAY, DEC. 20                       7:30 AM   

SHAWN HILL 361-463-9298

CALLED BUSINESS MEETING            SUNDAY, DEC. 21           12N                     2026 BUDGET ADOPTION                     PREVIEWS WILL BE OUT ON DEC. 7   

CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE                               WEDNESDAY,  DEC. 24                          6 PM        

FALL  SCHEDULE  FOR  WEDNESDAY  NIGHTS

PRAYER GATHERING - Every Wednesday, led by Pastor Chris - 6:30 - 7:30 PM

STUDENT DECLARATION (Grades 6th - 12th) - Every Wednesday - 6:30 - 8 PM

KID’S CONNECTION (Birth - 5th grade) - Every Wednesday - 6:30 - 7:30 PM