CHRISTMAS CAROLING AT ATRIUM IN MENOMINEE ON DECEMBER 9TH

We will once again be caroling at Atrium of Menominee on Sunday, December 9th at 2:00 pm.  Please join us if you can!  We will meet directly at Atrium.  For questions, please contact the church office.

NEWCOMER'S LUNCH ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9TH

If you are new to the church, we'd love to get to know you better!  Come join us for our newcomer's lunch on Sunday, December 9th following the service in the Fireside Room.  You'll get to meet the pastor and elders and find out more about North Shore and its ministries.  We hope to see you!

YOUTH COOKIE FUNDRAISER

The youth will once again be holding their annual Christmas cookie sale to raise funds for the Districts youth conference they will be attending in early January.  The dates of the sale are December 9th, 16th, and 23rd.  Tins will be available to fill with an assortment of cookies.  If you have any Christmas or festive looking tins you'd be willing to donate, please contact Bethany Salzman at 715.551.1156.  There will also be two baking days offered at the Horvath home (N5366 Hwy. M35) on Friday, December 7th from 2:00-7:00 and on Saturday, December 8th from 10:00-5:00.  All youth and interested adults are encouraged to attend!  Meals will be provided both days.  

CRAFTING TOGETHER ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7TH

"Crafting Together" meets the first Friday of the month in the downstairs dining room.  December's gathering will feature the fun activity of needle felting a fox or flamingo (see photo for example).  To help prepare supplies, please register by contacting Diane Nelson.  This is a great opportunity to invite a friend and enjoy a girls night out.

"Crafting Together" will take place this Friday, December 7th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Contact Diane Nelson with any questions at nelsond12@new.rr.com or 248.828.3213.

BENEVOLENT OFFERING THIS SUNDAY

This Sunday, December 2nd, we will be taking our benevolent offering to help those in our church body and community with extra needs.  If giving to this fund this week, please mark your giving as "benevolence."  Thank you!

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program meeting Thursday nights at 6:30 pm (large group) & 7:30 pm (optional small group) that helps those who struggle with habits such as alcoholism, divorce, abuses of all kinds, co-dependency, domestic violence, rage, drug addiction, mental health, sexual addiction, food addictions, physical struggles or disease, death of a loved one and more. As we grow spiritually and we are freed from our hurts, hang-ups, and habits we develop a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ and others.

For more information about this ministry contact:

Mark and Martha Henson (715-245-1321)

Bill and Cindy Verschay (715-732-0162)

HOME ITEMS NEEDED

We are looking for several home items for a woman in need in our community.  If anyone has a spare bed (frame, mattress, and box spring), washing machine, television, couch, or kitchen table + chairs, please contact the church office.  Thank you!

CHRISTMAS DECORATING IN SANCTUARY THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH

Gwen Kurtz will be decorating the sanctuary after church this coming Sunday, November 25th.  If you are able to stay and give her a hand, please do!  We could also use a few men to haul decorations and boxes down from the attic.  Thank you!!

WOMEN'S ADVENT LUNCHEON ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1ST

The annual Women’s Advent Luncheon is Saturday, December 1st from 11 am to 1:15.  We are currently at capacity, but all ladies are welcome to attend the program, with the option of being on stand by for the meal.  If interested, please contact the church office.

This year vocalist and violinist Jean Watson will return and share her heart from the theme "Beyond the Wrapping Paper."  Jean’s music is regularly heard on WRVM 102.7 FM and can be sampled on her website jeanwatson.com.  Her ministry takes her around the States, and she spent most of September in Ireland.  Come and be blessed as we kick off this season of Advent with this very special event.

YOUTH COOKIE FUNDRAISER

The youth will once again be holding their annual Christmas cookie sale to raise funds for the Districts youth conference they will be attending in early January.  The dates of the sale are December 9th, 16th, and 23rd.  Tins will be available to fill with an assortment of cookies.  If you have any Christmas or festive looking tins you'd be willing to donate, please contact Bethany Salzman at 715.551.1156.  There will also be two baking days offered at the Horvath home (N5366 Hwy. M35) on Friday, December 7th from 2:00-7:00 and on Saturday, December 8th from 10:00-5:00.  All youth and interested adults are encouraged to attend!

CELEBRATE RECOVERY ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH

Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program meeting Thursday nights at 6:30 pm (large group) & 7:30 pm (optional small group) that helps those who struggle with habits such as alcoholism, divorce, abuses of all kinds, co-dependency, domestic violence, rage, drug addiction, mental health, sexual addiction, food addictions, physical struggles or disease, death of a loved one and more. As we grow spiritually and we are freed from our hurts, hang-ups, and habits we develop a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ and others.

For more information about this ministry contact:

Mark and Martha Henson (715-245-1321)

Bill and Cindy Verschay (715-732-0162)

YOUTH GROUP ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH

Youth, if you are between the ages of 6th—8th grade or 9th —12th grade, come join us for Sporos (Jr. High) and Kairos (Sr. High) youth group this coming Wednesday, November 28th from 6:00-7:30 pm.  For questions regarding this event or any other youth or children’s ministry questions, please contact Bethany Salzman at youth@nshorechurch.org or 715.551.1156.

MOM'S RALLY ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27TH

Moms, are you looking for a place to connect and grow? Come join us for our moms group, Mom's Rally, this coming Tuesday, November 27th from 9:00-11:00 am.  A great children's program is provided! For questions, contact Rebbecca Peanosky at 815.980.0917.  You can also find our page on Facebook at "NSC Mom's Rally."

AMAZON SMILE

Did you know that by shopping on Amazon, you can give directly to North Shore?  By shopping at smile.amazon.com (instead of amazon.com) and designating North Shore as your designated charity, Amazon will give a portion of each sale to North Shore.  We've received quite a few payments from the Smile foundation already, and are thankful for those of you who are using Smile already!  

CHRISTMAS TINS NEEDED FOR YOUTH FUNDRAISER

The youth will once again be holding their annual Christmas cookie sale to raise funds for the Districts youth conference they will be attending in early January.  The dates of the sale are December 9th, 16th, and 23rd.  Tins will be available to fill with an assortment of cookies.  If you have any Christmas or festive looking tins you'd be willing to donate, please contact Bethany Salzman at 715.551.1156.

WOMEN'S ADVENT LUNCHEON ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1ST

The annual Women’s Advent Luncheon is Saturday, December 1st from 11 am to 1:15.  Please share your invitation and take more from the foyer to give to family and friends and make your prepaid ($11) reservations soon.  We are nearly at capacity!  

This year vocalist and violinist Jean Watson will return and share her heart from the theme "Beyond the Wrapping Paper."  Jean’s music is regularly heard on WRVM 102.7 FM and can be sampled on her website jeanwatson.com.  Her ministry takes her around the States, and she spent most of September in Ireland.

The event also includes a delicious meal served by the North Shore men in festive surroundings.  Sign up at the Advent table in the foyer, or call the church office to reserve your spot.

SPOROS & KAIROS YOUTH GROUPS MEET ON WEDNESDAY

Youth, if you are between the ages of 6th—8th grade or 9th —12th grade, come join us for Sporos (Jr. High) and Kairos (Sr. High) youth group this coming Wednesday, November 21st from 6:00-7:30 pm.  For questions regarding this event or any other youth or children’s ministry questions, please contact Bethany Salzman at youth@nshorechurch.org or 715.551.1156.

THANKSGIVING WEEK OFFICE HOURS

Pastor Duncan will be out of the office all of next week, returning on Wednesday, November 28th.  The church office will be open Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, but will be closed on Thanksgiving and on Friday.  

CREATOR'S HANDS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH

If you have crafty skills that you would like to use as an outreach to our local community or don't have any but would like to learn, Creator’s Hands would love for you to join them this Tuesday, November 20th from 6:00-8:00 pm in the downstairs dining room. For questions, please contact Diane Nelson at 248.820.3213.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program meeting Thursday nights at 6:30 pm (large group) & 7:30 pm (optional small group) that helps those who struggle with habits such as alcoholism, divorce, abuses of all kinds, co-dependency, domestic violence, rage, drug addiction, mental health, sexual addiction, food addictions, physical struggles or disease, death of a loved one and more. As we grow spiritually and we are freed from our hurts, hang-ups, and habits we develop a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ and others.

For more information about this ministry contact:

Mark and Martha Henson (715-245-1321)

Bill and Cindy Verschay (715-732-0162)

GIFT CARD FOUND

An unopened $25 Starbucks gift card was found in the church parking lot after the service last Sunday, the 4th.  If this is yours, contact Kim in the office to pick it up!

HOME ITEMS NEEDED

We are looking for a few home items for a woman in our community in need, specifically a gently used microwave and bed/box spring/frame.  If you have either of these things available, please contact the church office.  Thank you!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PRAYER GATHERING

Come join us on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm in the sanctuary as we learn and pray together. Pastor Duncan teaches from Scripture followed by a time of praying together using a prayer list. It is limited to an hour. If you have wanted to develop your prayer life and/or you want to see God move here in powerful ways here at North Shore, please come and pray!

MOM'S RALLY ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH

Moms, are you looking for a place to connect and grow? Come join us for our moms group, Mom's Rally, this coming Tuesday, November 13th from 9:00-11:00 am.  A great children's program is provided! For questions, contact Rebbecca Peanosky at 815.980.0917.  You can also find our page on Facebook at "NSC Mom's Rally."

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program meeting Thursday nights at 6:30 pm (large group) & 7:30 pm (optional small group) that helps those who struggle with habits such as alcoholism, divorce, abuses of all kinds, co-dependency, domestic violence, rage, drug addiction, mental health, sexual addiction, food addictions, physical struggles or disease, death of a loved one and more. As we grow spiritually and we are freed from our hurts, hang-ups, and habits we develop a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ and others.

For more information about this ministry contact:

Mark and Martha Henson (715-245-1321)

Bill and Cindy Verschay (715-732-0162)

PRINTED MSP SCHEDULES

There are printed copies of the November/December MSP schedule available on the information table in the foyer.  Keep in mind these will not account for any scheduling trades or cancellations.  For questions about MSP, please contact your ministry leader or the church office.

MEMBERSHIP CLASS ON NOVEMBER 4TH AND 11TH

The next NSC Membership Class will be offered this Sunday, November 4th and next Sunday, November 11th from 2:00-4:00 pm. This is a 2-part course, with both weeks required.  If you are interested in attending, please sign up at the Welcome Center.

'CRAFTING TOGETHER' ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND

"Crafting Together" meets the first Friday of the month in the downstairs dining room.  November's gathering will feature the fun activity of making swiffer pads.  To help prepare supplies, please register by contacting Diane Nelson.  This is a great opportunity to invite a friend and enjoy a girls night out.

"Crafting Together" will take place this Friday, November 2nd from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Contact Diane Nelson with any questions at nelsond12@new.rr.com or 248.828.3213.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program meeting Thursday nights at 6:30 pm (large group) & 7:30 pm (optional small group) that helps those who struggle with habits such as alcoholism, divorce, abuses of all kinds, co-dependency, domestic violence, rage, drug addiction, mental health, sexual addiction, food addictions, physical struggles or disease, death of a loved one and more. As we grow spiritually and we are freed from our hurts, hang-ups, and habits we develop a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ and others.

For more information about this ministry contact:

Mark and Martha Henson (715-245-1321)

Bill and Cindy Verschay (715-732-0162)