LHF This Week: November 30 - Dec 7, 2025
- Living Hope Fellowship
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As we step into the first week of December, we hope everyone had a wonderful and meaningful Thanksgiving this past week, enjoying time with family and friends. We are now heading full speed into the Christmas season, and we have so many exciting opportunities for fellowship and worship this month! Please take a moment to look over the December Calendar below, featuring our Senior Christmas Gathering, Women's Christmas Brunch, Kids and Youth Christmas Party, and much more!
Weekend Wrap-Up
After a restful Thanksgiving weekend, it was a joy to gather again for Worship on Sunday. We officially kicked off the Advent Season with a focus on the Hope we have in Jesus as our Messiah. We were blessed to have Isaac and Vivian Gill lead us through our reading and candle lighting; a special thanks to our youth who will be leading this portion of our service every week through Advent.
Pastor Chris wrapped up our year-plus journey through the Gospel of Luke by looking at the often-overlooked event of the Ascension of Christ back to Heaven after His resurrection. Pastor Chris reminded us that the Ascension put into motion all the promises Jesus had made while He ministered on earth. Because of the Ascension:
Jesus began His work on preparing a place for His disciples.
He is in His place at the right hand of the Father making intercession for us.
We look forward to His glorious return.
It was a powerful ending to our study in Luke! If you missed the message, you can always find it on Facebook, YouTube, or our Website.
This Week's Advent Focus: Hope
The first week of Advent draws attention to the hope we have in Christ. Jesus' arrival in Bethlehem broke centuries of silence between God and His people. It also renewed and fulfilled the hope of the Messiah's redeeming and victorious work.
Each week through Advent, we want to provide you with the Scriptures and the reading from the worship service for you to use in your devotional time if you like.
🗓️ This Week's Events
Event | Day/Time | Location/Details |
UP: 24 Hours of Prayer | This Thursday | The first Thursday of each month is reserved as a time of focused prayer for our city and the witness of the Gospel in our community. Reserve a prayer slot at our website. |
Men's Bible Study | This Friday @ 7:00 am | Resumes at Panera Bread in Brannon Crossing. We continue our study through the book of Acts. |
Toy Project Donation Deadline | This Sunday | Friendly reminder: The collection window for the Central Kentucky Toy Project closes this coming Sunday! Thanks to all who have participated. |
December Events
Mark your calendars for these upcoming opportunities for Christmas fellowship!
Seniors Christmas Gathering, December 9th @ 11:00 am: We will meet at the church to drive out to the home of Charles and Pam Parker for a delicious lunch and Christmas Fun. Seniors are invited to bring a small wrapped gift for the White Elephant Gift Exchange.
Women's Christmas Brunch, December 13th: Join us at the home of Tandy Flynn. Bring your favorite holiday brunch dish and join us for a great time!
Central Kentucky Toy Project, December 13th: Volunteers are welcome to help with the Toy Store Event at Grace Baptist Church in Lexington. For questions, contact Amy Holt.
Kids and Youth Christmas Party, December 17th: Get ready for an awesome event at GattiTown in Lexington! More information to come soon.
This Week's Prayer List
Please join us in lifting up these members of our church family this week:
Baby Liam: Good reports on Liam's progress in NICU. Continue to pray for his growth and strength.
Sam Holmes & Baby: Baby William is due on December 9th. Please pray for Sam as she is in the final days of preparations for his arrival and for the delivery.
Janet Munch: Continuing to settle in at her new place in Stanford.
Debbie Major: Recovery from surgery.
Alan Hinkle & Family: Hospice has taken over in this stage of his cancer. Pray for Amber and the boys.
Until Next Week
We pray you have a wonderful week full of the hope we have in Jesus Christ. Pray for opportunities this week to share that hope with someone you may meet. God Bless!
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