2012! A new year! If certain factions are to be believed, the world will come to an end at the conclusion of this year. The Mayan calendar ends in 2012, and without any further understanding of why or how, some say it will all simply end. Do you believe this? God alone knows the time when He will put an end to this world. It may be this year; it may not. But will you be ready? And will you be able to help others be ready?

During the first several weeks of the year, we will run a short sermon series on Sunday morning talking about evangelism. Just what is the Gospel, and why is it crucial that others hear the message? What is your part in getting the word out? 

Many of us find our ears and hearts suddenly closing up when we hear that word; "Evangelism." It is not really that frightening of a word! It comes from a root word that simply means "good news, or joyful news." In our modern world it worries us that we might offend someone with the message of Christ and His offering of salvation through faith. Is it possible to start a conversation with someone that can lead to a better understanding of this message without turning them off? 

So, we'll spend some time looking at how we can be messengers of God's grace in a somewhat hostile world. In order to be properly informed and prepared, we also will begin a new time of teaching. Sunday evenings at 7 PM we are presenting a chance to worship in a casual atmosphere, and hear teaching on the basic doctrines of the Christian faith. Who is God? What about creation? Is Sin for real? Those kind of questions will be raised and discussed--at the end of each session there will be a short time for discussion. 

If any of this appeals to you, and if you have a serious desire to be obedient to God's call on your life, then make plans to be here! Bring your Bibles and something to write with. Hope to see you there!