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RELIGION 4+ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2024 The Elk City News xt PEACE ON EoARTH ‘Touchstone Energy” ‘Cooperatives 18920 1170 Rd SS Great Plains Bank EC City- 716 W 3rd St, Elk City 580-22 3442 Photo edt: bigstociphoto/eaneescomcufotagrafo CHRISTMAS nd there were in that same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them, and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto EXPECTATIONS them, Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying ing dollars are spent annu- of what we're celebrating and in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of ally to convince consumers why. the heavenly host, praising God and saying “Glory to God in the that buying is what makes Christmas joyful. However, Inviting Jesus to His own highest, and on earth peace, good will to men.” Luke 2:8-14 party changes the mood satisfaction is measurably Daily Bible Readings deeper when some of the and emphasis. If Christmas Luke Luke Luke John John John Luke money normally spent on seems like your event, with 1:26-56 1:57-80. 2:1-21 11-18 1:19-34 1:35-51 2:22-52 personal gifts is donated to your reputation on the line a charitable cause or a needy if everyone isnt happy, you'll ScripturesSelected by the American Bible Society XX Daily Devotionalat www.AmericanBible.org family. be more defensive and angry ©2024 Keister-Williams Newspaper Services, P.0. Box 8187, Charlottesville, VA 22906, www.kwnews.com when someone is rude or Over-scheduling and doesn't appreciate your ef- Area Church Directory over-decorating are two of fort. Its wonderfully freeing the greatest stressors during to recognize that Christmas Assembly of God Sunday School 9:15, Worship 10:30 Dixie Yoder Wed Prairie View Troops 3:30 580-225-2266 the Christmas holiday, be- isn't about what's given or cause time is stretched far received. It isn't even about Assembly of God Wed Prayer Meeting 6:30 Seventh-Day Adventist Christmas can be a time of joy and togetherness, or beyond reasonable limits. you, or your family. It’s about 115 W. Sth St., Erick Retrop Baptist Church Seventh-Day Adventist of stress and family ten- Available activities include Jesus: His birth as a fully hu- Intersection Hwy6 and 55 11375 N. 1990 Rd., Elk City sion—often driven by unmet Christmas plays and parties, man Baby; His fully human Assembly of God 580-303-0791 580-472-3472 Service times: expectations; magnified by Christmas Eve services, light life lived without sin; His ful- 7th and Locust St., Sayre Catholic 2:00 pm Bible Study nostalgic Christmas hope tours, and much more. ly human death on the cross. 580-928-4296 Queen of All Saints 2:50 pm Church Service and hype. Jimmy Blanken, Min, Its about His life given for us; 914 N. Sth St, Sayre Added to the avalanche forgiving all our sin so that First Assembly of God 580-928-2385 Very often when families of events, we're dismayed by we can forgive when others 2701 S. Randall , Elk City Rev. Danny Grover United Methodist gather, because of underly- the magical neighborhood offend us. 580-225-1167 St. Mathews Catholic 702 W. Country Club Blvd, Elk ing financial or relationship transformation that appar- Kevin Akins, Min. 3001 B. Hwy 66, Elk City City problems, members may not ently happened overnight. We each have to choose Grandview Assembly of God 580-225-0066 580-225-0262 get along, increasing tension Suddenly, “every house but to evaluate personal expec- Pioneer and Country Club, Elk City Rev. Danny Grover Scott Rodgers, Rev. and escalation of anger. At ours” has candles twinkling tations. We have a way of 580-225-7742 Christian United Methodist first thought, it might seem in the windows and a musi- bringing what we expect into Bryan Herrick Antioch Christian 320 S. Magnoliea St., Erick easier to avoid holiday gath- cal display of reindeer danc- existence. If we expect a day 3200 W. Country Club Blvd, Elk City 580-526-3949 erings altogether. However, ing on the roof. of joyful celebration, that's 580-243-0066 staying away creates greater exactly what we'll enjoy, in Jeff McDowell United Methodist Great Plains Baptist Assn. 802 N. 4th St., Sayre+ 580-928-2146 resentment in family mem- Stop torturing yourself— spite of what others do or 1902 Watts St., Sayre Christian Church Sun School: 9:30 AM/Worship:10:45 bers who already feel reject- we can't all be Martha Stew- say! Expecting a day of ten- 580-928-2585 1S. Walnut, Erick ed. ‘The better option is to art! A pre-lighted “non-li sion and conflict, that’s what 580-526-3284 attend difficult gatherings, ing” tree, from the current welll focus on, and that will Bible Baptist Church First Church of The Nazarene crop of amazingly realistic be our experience. Living 1018 W. B Avenue, Elk City First Christian Church 816 W. 6th St., Elk City deciding ahead of time to re- 580-225-5344 fuse to be offended by offen- inventory, is a beautiful sight. out of Jesus’ life within us, (Diciples of Christ) 580-225-2026 1500 N. Randall, Elk City Rev. Andrew Dages sive behavior. Dealing with Allow children to help deco- let's watch for opportunities Central Missionary Baptist 580-225-7801 stress and conflict in this way rate, even if, when they fin- to make this Christmas joy- 1205 W. B Avenue, Elk City Pentecostal can be the beginning of heal- ish, all the ornaments are ful and meaningful for oth- 580-225-0212 First Christian ing within the family. two feet from the floor and ers. 1601 N. 4th St., Sayre Grace Temple Eastside Baptist 601 W. 20th St, Elk City huddled in a bunch for com- 421 N. Booth Avenue, Elk City 580-928-3639 Lindell & Nequita Brown, Pastors One way to minimize pany. But who cares? They're Infinite Grace Ministries 580-225-0742 Church of Christ Christmas disappointment proud of their contribution teaches how to evaluate and Chase Brower, Min. Church of Christ Iglesia Evangelica Cristo Es La is to de-emphasize the mate- to the festivities! manage expectations by fo- 216 N. Adams Ave., Elk City Pena rialistic aspect of Christmas. cusing on the limitless love Fairview Baptist 580-225-0718 600 W. Main, Elk City 312 S. Lusk Avenue, Elk City Pastor, Jose Reyes Research repeatedly shows Finally, the best way to and mercy of God. Visit in- Gantt Carter, Min. 580-225-0203 580-799-2964 people enjoy higher levels of change the level of Christ- finitegrace.com or call 580- contentment and joy when mas expectation is to invite 774-2884 to support and First Baptist 301 S. Magnolia Ave, Erick Douglas Holland, Minister focused on the positive as- Jesus to His own birthday encourage this vital ministry 1600 W. Country Club Blvd, Elk City 816-726-6988 pects of family and spiritu- party! For 40 years, it’s been today! This is a wonderful 580-225-7951 Bible Study 10am Sunday First Presbyterian al growth, rather than how our family tradition to have a time for new beginnings. Worship 11am Sunday 217 N. Washington Ave., Elk City First Baptist Ladies Bible Study 10am Wednes- 580-225-3130 many big gifts are under the “Happy Birthday Jesus” cake. Schedule your personal ap- 400. Sheb Wooley, Erick day tree. Millions of advertis- Its a good visible reminder pointment today! 580-526-3375 Evening Open Bible Study 7pm Non-Denominational Jason Klechner, Min, Wednesday ‘The Way Church First Baptist 201 S. Jefferson Ave., Elk City 504N. 4th St,, Sayre Church of Christ Elk City 580-928-5518 Meets at Pioneer & Bell 580-225-5295 Elk City Community Yow Auto Supply First Hispanic Baptist 120 S. Randall Ave., Elk City 221 South Jefferson 919 W. 8th St., Elk City Northeast Church of Christ 580-225-1184 616 N. Locust Avenue Elk City, Oklahoma 580-225-7901 580-225-4395 Gateway 580-225-2166 Main Street Baptist 4227 W. 3rd St., Elk City 1101 N. Main St., Elk City Westside Church of Christ 580-225-1184 580-225-2938 580-225-3052 Curtis Newton, Min. e. Kellye L. Fuchs CPA Church of God ‘The Link Mt. Carmal Baptist 501 W. 1st, Elk City 200 S. Main, Elk City 1801 W. A Avenue, Elk City Office: 680.225.8877 580-225-2061 580-225-0227 Joe Thompson, Min, ‘Trinity Fellowship Fax: 580.225 1188 One Church Jehovah’s Witnesses Sayre 580-928-2345 1121 South Main, Elk City 200 East Broadway, Elk City Jehovah's Witnesses Company PLLC 580-210-8881 Ceheea Pe nom 1000 N. Main, Elk City’ P.O, Box 2579, Elk City,OK 73648 Kevin Brosius (pastor) 402 E. Washington Ave., Sayre Christ Ministiries Phone: 580-243-0466 + Fax: 580-243-0472 580-928-9330 804 W. 6th St., Elk City 580-243-9708 [Bank Of Western Oklahoma] Prairie View Baptist TIACiy-Vie Cond - Geary» Wether Woodand 1-40 & S Hwy 34, Elk City Christ Lutheran 201 F. 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