Dear Church Family,
The season of Advent is a time to prepare our hearts to welcome their rightful king. Jesus’ kingdom is one of righteousness, peace, hope, and joy. Yet, we can often lose sight of such things as we fall into the rhythms and rhetoric of the world which surrounds us. Rivals to Jesus’ throne rise in our hearts.
In this series leading into Christmas, we focus on prophecies from Isaiah that direct us to watch and wait for Jesus’ kingdom. We recite poetry as we reflect and rejoice in the importance of Jesus’ kingdom. We eagerly listen to this news that is far more than a recurring rhythm or righteous rhetoric – it is the true gospel proclamation that assures us the King, Jesus, came once as he promised and will come again.
As God’s own people we confidently pray, “Thy Kingdom Come.” Join us this Sunday for worship at 9:30 am.
ICYMI – Watch Pastor Caleb’s wonderful message from our Thanksgiving service last Sunday based on Psalm 107: “Let the Redeemed of the Lord tell their story!”
Communion Practice Survey – As we prepare for life in our new Worship and Ministry Center, we would like to get our members’ input on the logistics of our Communion practice. Please complete this short survey to give us your opinions (2-3 minutes). Deadline is December 1.
Saturday Nov 25 Worship and Ministry Center Move-In Party –This week we have received permission to begin moving furniture into the new Worship and Ministry Center. We had some awesome volunteers serve on Tuesday afternoon by moving boxes of new furnishings out of storage into rooms. Now we need help assembling furniture and organizing rooms – can you help? We’ll meet on Saturday, November 25 at 10:00am. Please let Staff Minister Becky know if you can join us (786-477-9739) and plan on bringing tools if you have them!
Baby Bottle Campaign – If you took a baby bottle as part of our campaign earlier this month, thank you for participating! We are collecting the filled bottles to return them to Grace Women’s Care Center.Please bring it to church with you and place it in the labeled basket as you enter for worship. Miami Dade County has one of the highest abortion rates in the nation. As Christians we want to protect life and there is an opportunity for you to protect the life of the unborn. This Christian organization in Miami provides counseling, ultrasounds, and Scriptural advice to women who find themselves with an unexpected pregnancy.
College Ministry Bible Study – Are you or do you know a college student in the Miami area? Get connected with our DSC College Ministry that encourages college students to learn, live, and lead for Christ. Bible study on Sunday, Nov 26 at 5:00 pm at Divine Savior. Questions? Contact Musumeno for more info.
Birthday for Jesus:
Serving Opportunity:On Saturday, December 9 we will be hosting an outreach event for families with children ages 3 through 5th grade in our community. In the past we’ve had many families join us that are not yet part of our church. It’s a great opportunity to point to Jesus and allow people to get to know our family in Christ. There are many opportunities for volunteers of all ages! Invite a friend or neighbor to attend or be part of the volunteer team for the event! If you have any questions, please contact Janette Schultz.
Attend with your children ages 3 years old through 5th grade: Don’t you love birthday parties? Come celebrate the birth of Jesus – the best birthday ever! We’ve created this free event designed specifically for families with children ages 3 through 5th grade. Parents, we want you to experience this event together with your children – especially at Christmas! Divine Savior Church values your family unit and wants to offer you opportunities to grow together. Grandparents are also welcome! Saturday, December 9 at 10:00am. Clickhere to register.
DSYouth Beach Bible Study– On Saturday, December 2, DSYouth will have a Bible study at the beach! Students in grades 6-12 and parents, you’re welcome to join us! We’ll meet at Crandon Park Beach from 1-4 pm. We’ll enjoy the beauty of God’s creation and the beauty of God’s Word. It should be a memorable, fun experience as we grow as “disciples of Christ, stronger together.” Come join us! Please RSVP with this form so that we can plan for space and carpooling.
Christmas Worship– Rejoice with us as we gather together to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ – the gift of God’s son as our Savior from sin this Christmas!
- Sunday, Dec 24th Christmas Eve worship: Choose from 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm or 7:00 pm service times. We’re planning a beautiful bilingual worship service where you’ll hear the retelling of his birth, enjoy delightful music, and participate in our service designed to praise God for what he has done! There will be NO morning worship services.
- Monday, Dec 25th Christmas Day worship: 10:00 am in English
Baptism– Are you or someone in your family interested in learning more about baptism? Join Pastor Ben to learn what the Bible teaches about baptism. Click here if interested. Divine Savior Church offers baptism for FREE to anyone of any age!
DSC on YouTube: Watch past messages and worship services on-demand on our church YouTube channel.
Download Our Church App – Use it to worship online, watch archived messages, and register for events and classes that are coming up. Our app is the communication hub for everything DSC! Search “Divine Savior Church” in your app store. Select “Doral” as your campus.
Our Giving to the Lord:
Current Weekly Average: $10,745 / wk
Amount Needed for FY 2023-2024: $12,622 / wk
Click here to give an offering. You can make a one-time special gift or set up recurring gifts as well. Please note also that the opportunity to pledge and give toward “$2,025 for 3 Years” is for offerings over and above regular, recurring giving.
Sunday Playlist – As Angels Joyed With One Accord CWH #320 | Savior of the Nations Come CWH #301 | Take and Eat | King of Kings
Daily Devotions – Stay connected to God’s Word with the WELS daily devotions. Subscribe and have a devotion sent directly to your email each day. Grace Moments are daily devotions provide by Time of Grace. Download their app for easy access to all their gospel content.
The Mysteries of Christmas (Daily Advent Devotions) – These 25 meditations look back on the mysteries of the Messiah’s first coming and look ahead to the mysteries of his second. Visit this Martin Luther College web page for various ways you can subscribe and read these wonderful devotions written by MLC professors.
Upcoming special days:
- Sunday, November 26 College Ministry Bible Study
- Saturday, December 2 DSYouth Beach Bible Study
- Saturday, December 9 Birthday for Jesus
- Saturday, December 10 DSC Blood Drive
- Thursday, December 14 All Pro Dad
- Sunday, December 17 College Ministry Christmas Party
Changing Lives with Jesus,
Pastor Ben
