Bethlehem Walk
6:30 PM Saturday, December 2 – meet in front of the Sanctuary
We take to the streets of beautiful Anna Maria to reenact the mystery and joy of that Holy Night! The Bethlehem Walk is exciting for people of all ages—from the littlest of angels to the wisest of men. Everyone is invited to assemble in front of the Roser Community Church Sanctuary to begin the journey. The walk consists of taking the journey to Bethlehem (one block in Anna Maria) with Mary, Joseph, and the animals (llama, donkeys and goats) in search of shelter. While traveling from “inn” to “inn” we sing Christmas carols. Back at the church we celebrate the birth of Baby Jesus followed by cookies, cocoa and fellowship. Costumes are available in the Fellowship Hall to borrow on a first come, first serve basis, create your own or just come as you are. Don’t forget to bring your flashlight!
Roser Community Church is located at 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, near the City Pier. For more information go to www.roserchurch.com, call 941-778-0414 or find us on Facebook at www.facebook/roserchurch.
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Please Note:
Beginning Sunday, December 3, the 8:30 AM Worship Service will move to Sanctuary.
Roser Community Church offers two Sunday Worship Services. The early Worship Service at 8:30 AM and the 10:00 AM Worship Service are held in the Sanctuary.
Roser Community Church is located at, 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria.
More information: www.roserchurch.com, call 941-778-0414, or find us on Facebook at www.facebook/roserchurch.
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Advent Family Night
4:00 – 6:00 PM Sunday, December 3
Everyone is invited to a fun night to start your Advent Season! Make an angel ornament (a great project for children!) or decorate a wreath for your home. When we are done being creative we will share in a covered dish meal. Please call the church office (941-778-0414) to say how many are coming and what craft you will be making. Please bring your own wreath and all other supplies will be provided. See you there!!!
Roser Community Church is located at 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, near the City Pier. For more information go to www.roserchurch.com, call 941-778-0414 or find us on Facebook at www.facebook/roserchurch.
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Golfing for God – A great gift!
Wednesday, December 6
g4G Dinner & Bible Study (Golf Optional) at the IMG Academy Golf Club, (4350 El Conquistador Pkwy)
1. Not a Golfer? Dinner & Bible Study in a roomy and private dining area overlooking scenic Sarasota Bay at 5:30 PM, cost $20
2. Want to learn? Dinner & Bible Study + Golf Clinic • $40
3. Play a 9-hole scramble for all levels of golfers! Dinner & Bible Study + Golf 2:45 PM • $35
The cost includes coffee/tea, tax, gratuity. Dr. Bob O’Keef is teaching through The Gospel of John. This book celebrates Jesus as the Word of God, the source of life, light, and truth. It is the most spiritual of the Gospels, and the most beautifully written. Scenes of night and day are intended to help its readers move from darkness to light. Only in the light of Christ can we truly see, truly live, and truly be all that God wants us to be.
More information and to register go to www.roserchurch.com/golfing-for-god or call 941-778-0414
Golfing for God is usually held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of every month!
NEXT DATES: January 3 and 17
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Candles & Carols
A Service of hope, peace, joy and love
8:30 and 10:00 AM Sunday, December 10 in the Sanctuary
A presentation of the Advent cantata by Pamela Martin and Mark Hayes.
A candle is lit, a narration is spoken and beautiful settings of familiar carols with a newly written verse will be sung—one piece for each of the advent candles: Light of Hope, Light of Peace, Light of Joy, Light of Love, Light of Christ. Enjoy familiar carols including O Come, O Come, Emmanuel, Hark, the Herald Angels Sing, and Silent Night. Orchestra: flute, trumpet, violin, cello, piano. Narrators: Sandy Dahl, Priscilla Seewald.
Roser Community Church is located at 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, near the City Pier. For more information go to www.roserchurch.com/christmas-cantata, call 941-778-0414 or find us on Facebook at www.facebook/roserchurch.
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Christmas Eve
Sunday, December 24
Regular Sunday services will be held at 8:30 & 10:00 AM in the Sanctuary
Two Candlelight Services
5:30 PM • Family Service featuring a Nativity Pageant in which all children are invited to participate. There will be singing of carols, special music by the Joyful Noise Children’s Choir and “Good News!” from Dr. Bob O’Keef. All children will receive a gift. The service will end with the singing of “Silent Night” and the Passing of the Light.
9:00 PM • traditional Service featuring special music and the singing of carols. Alicia Doudna (violin) will play an extended prelude, Mary Deur (flute) will play the Offertory and the Chancel Choir will sing.
Dr. Bob O’Keef will bring us the message of “Good News!” The service will end with the singing of “Silent Night” and the Passing of the Light.
Roser Community Church is located at 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, near the City Pier. For more information go to www.roserchurch.com, call 941-778-0414 or find us on Facebook at www.facebook/roserchurch.
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Roser-Robics – Get Fit While You Sit
(Then enjoy Christmas treats guilt free!)
9:30 AM every Wednesday and Friday
in the Roser Community Church Fellowship Hall, 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria
More information: 941-778-0414, roserchurch.com/roser-robics
Chair-based aerobic exercises designed to increase cardiovascular and muscular endurance. All ages and skill levels are welcome as variations are shown. Bring 2 cans of fruit of equal size and weight to be used for class activities.
Roser Community Church is located at 512 Pine Avenue, Anna Maria, near the City Pier. For more information go to www.roserchurch.com/roser-robics, call 941-778-0414 or find us on Facebook at www.facebook/roserchurch.
