So this is Christmas

As the song says, so this is Christmas, What have you done....it seems as we get to the end of the big Christmas celebrations, that we have to ask ourselves what have we done? While we all often say "Jesus is the reason for the season", we do so while rushing to Wal-mart for one more gift, cutting someone off on the way Grandmas, or trying to out do the neighbors light display.

So what have we done?

You see, God said in Deuteronomy 30, “I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live and that you may love the LORD your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him. For the LORD is your life

So are we choosing life?

There are many good things that Rejoice is doing, but the question needs to be turned inward; What have you done?

Have you nominated someone on UcanRejoice.com, Have you reached out to the homeless, have you volunteered at a shelter, have you shared the gospel with those fellow workers or friends that need to hear, have you opened your heart just to listen to someone else’s problems and not judge them, have you invited 5 friends to the South Campus Launch, have you volunteered to serve in a ministry, …….

For me, this season has been about serving extended family, family that we rarely see, but do to death and illness are compelled to serve. Some of them look at Christmas and say nothing good ever happens, they want little to do with the season. To simply say Jesus is the reason for the season would only drive them further from God – instead we offer them comfort, care, and compassion – all motivated by Christ.

We must choose life, life that starts with Jesus in us, and continues by doing those things that give life….

So what have you done?

tomorrow night/great christmas concert

Everyone loves Christmas music! Have you ever met someone who doesn't like solid, professional, Christmas music? Quick, name your 3 favorite Christmas songs of all time...Jingle Bells, Here comes Santa Claus, Frosty the Snowman, Mary-Did you know?... Tomorrow night at 7pm Rejoice South will be hosting 3 incredible artists to remind us of some of the greatest Christmas songs of all time. Tickets are just $5 and proceeds go to help WorldVision-one of the largest compassion ministries in the world. See you there!

michael boggs/seth and nirva ready coming saturday night

Here is an interview that a group called EPK recently did with Michael Boggs. Boggs and Seth and Nirva Ready will be performing a christmas concert at the Rejoice South Campus this Saturday night at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Rejoice South is located at 12200 E. 86th St. N. in Owasso, OK Go to this site to watch the interview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEuaNwX32YY

rejoice student ministry continues homeless ministry during cold weather

This past weekend, a huge number of students from Rejoice Church continued their homeless ministry by preparing needy people for the cold weather. Between our 60 students and Airport FWB Church's 20 students, they handed out almost 100 backpacks with gloves, scarves, blankets, and anything else that will make someone warm during this cold Christmas season. Many of our friends downtown commented that this was a huge need especially since John 3:16 and the Salvation Army beds were full and downtown Tulsa has been eliminating some of their homeless shelters. I'm so thankful for teenagers and adults who care to give to people who will never be able to give in return! How do you plan on giving this Christmas? Who could you give too that could never pay you back?

2009 vision of granduer

Have you set any new year's resolutions yet? I just finished my last physical therapy appointment and now it is time for me to exercise without a professional making me! Let's see if I can do it. It will probably come down to daily choices, just like the picture above! What choices or resolutions are you hoping to make new in 2009? -see you soon, casey

christmas concert this saturday night at 7pm

This Saturday night at 7pm, live at the Rejoice Church South Campus, is the Acoustic Christmas Tour with Michael Boggs, Seth Ready, and Nirva Ready. Michael Boggs, has been a singer/song writer with FFH and one of his songs was featured on the family movie, Facing the Giants. Seth and Nirva have traveled with the likes of Toby Mac, Kirk Franklin and other well known artists. All 3 of these artists have a heart for world missions as they partner with WorldVision, an international adoption/compassion ministry. You can meet all three of these Christ followers this Saturday at the concert. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at www.itickets.com or call 918.272.5291 and pick up tickets before the show. If you have not purchased tickets but plan on attending you can email Chris Larson at clarson@rejoicechurch.com To hear their music go to the following: www.myspace.com/nirvessence or www.michaelboggs.com

ucanrejoice.com entries coming in!

Ucanrejoice.com officially launched a few days ago, and the entries are coming in very strong. So many people are nominating friends who have be faithful, co-workers who have been gracious, family members who have been giving, and neighbors who are in need. One of the great things about this project, is that it allows us to take some time to hear the stories of those across our communities and it gives each one of us a chance to be thankful for those around us. Make sure to tell someone about the ucanrejoice.com grocery giveaway that will be announced Friday, Dec. 19th at 1pm. live at McDonald's on 76th Street in Owasso, and the ucanrejoice.com website. Don't forget that each person who submits an entry gets a McDonald's Mccafe drink coupon in the mail! Thanks also goes out to Sav-On printing, Reasor's, and My Generation Design.

Ucanrejoice.com

michael boggs and worship music

Hey everyone,
Here is a quick clip of a recent interview with Michael Boggs, his ministry in Nashville and what God has been teaching him lately. The Acoustic Christmas Tour is only 9 days away! Don't forget you can purchase tickets for $5 at both Rejoice Church campuses or at www.itickets.com

Have you bought your ticket yet? Click below to watch the video.



Michael Boggs Video

Student Ministry Shift and Downtown Missions

Hey guys,
Here is what is happening in our student ministry right now with missions. Also, a preview of what to expect for the launch in 2009.

RC Kids on South Campus

If you have any questions about the RC Kids Ministry, please contact me, Ryan Golightly, at rgolightly@rejoicechurch.com OR check out the rckids.net website for other updates and info!