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Today was our Branch Kid's Christmas Play. We had a family service with everyone together, so this message is quick and to the point. We hope you're blessed. 

In this episode... - We get super gay with Christmas - Play some Christmas themed games - And also come up with a fantastic movie idea with some help from AI   Fiends Watch - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fiends-watch/id1459470576  

Sunday night 12/15/24 - Christmas Play Message - by Pastor James Eakins

Pastor Terry Brock - Sunday, December 15, 2024

Forestburg Baptist Church

Forestburg Baptist Church

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Snowy Shores and Stage Frights: Áron's Christmas Play Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2024-12-01-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A Balaton partján csendesen hullott a hó.En: Snow fell quietly on the shores of Balaton.Hu: Egy farmház ablakánál Kata egy gőzölgő bögre forró csokit tartott kezében.En: At the window of a farmhouse, Kata held a steaming mug of hot chocolate in her hand.Hu: Mellette Áron ült szorosan becsomagolva, és mély levegőt vett, hogy megnyugodjon.En: Beside her, Áron sat, wrapped up warmly, and took a deep breath to calm himself.Hu: "Ne aggódj, Áron," mondta Kata, mosolyt varázsolva az arcára.En: "Don't worry, Áron," Kata said, casting a smile on her face.Hu: "Ez csak egy próba.En: "This is just a rehearsal.Hu: Itt nem néz senki, csak én.En: No one is watching but me."Hu: "Áron habozva bólintott.En: Áron hesitantly nodded.Hu: Szerette a színdarabokat, de mindig rettegett a közönségtől.En: He loved plays but was always terrified of the audience.Hu: Szükségét érezte annak, hogy áttörje félelmét, főleg mert az iskolai karácsonyi színdarabban az egyik fő szerepet játszotta.En: He felt the need to overcome his fear, especially since he was playing one of the main roles in the school Christmas play.Hu: Az igazgató már megfenyegette, hogy más valakit keres a szerepre, ha nem javul.En: The principal had already threatened to find someone else for the role if he didn't improve.Hu: A farm csendje menedéket nyújtott számára.En: The farm's silence provided a refuge for him.Hu: Körülöttük a fák nehéz hótakaróval voltak borítva.En: Around them, the trees were covered with a heavy blanket of snow.Hu: A Balaton távolban csillogott, és a levegőben fenyőillat terjengett.En: In the distance, Balaton sparkled, and the scent of pine lingered in the air.Hu: "Próbáljuk meg újra," biztatta Kata.En: "Let's try again," encouraged Kata.Hu: Áron felállt és becsukta a szemét.En: Áron stood up and closed his eyes.Hu: Elképzelte, hogy a színpadon van, de csak a fák és a hó az ő közönsége.En: He imagined being on stage, but only the trees and snow were his audience.Hu: Elkezdte mondani a sorait.En: He began to say his lines.Hu: Eleinte csendes volt a hangja, de Kata kedves bólogatása segített neki hangosabban beszélni.En: At first, his voice was quiet, but the gentle nodding of Kata helped him speak louder.Hu: "Látod?En: "See?Hu: Kiváló vagy!En: You're excellent!"Hu: " örvendezett Kata, amikor Áron hibátlanul végigmondta a szöveget.En: Kata cheered when Áron flawlessly recited the text.Hu: Ennek ellenére még mindig nem hitte el, hogy készen áll.En: Despite this, he still didn't believe he was ready.Hu: Aznap délután sokat próbáltak.En: That afternoon, they rehearsed a lot.Hu: Ahogy a nap lassan leszállt a téli égbolton, Áron magabiztosabb lett.En: As the day slowly set on the winter sky, Áron became more confident.Hu: "Köszönöm, Kata," mondta végül.En: "Thank you, Kata," he finally said.Hu: "Nélküled nem sikerült volna.En: "I couldn't have done it without you."Hu: "Amikor eljött a nagy nap, az iskola színpada már ünnepi díszbe öltözött.En: When the big day arrived, the school's stage was already decorated for the festive occasion.Hu: Amikor Áron belépett a színpadra, a szíve kalapált, de tudta, hogy képes rá.En: As Áron stepped onto the stage, his heart pounded, but he knew he could do it.Hu: Visszagondolt a táj nyugalmára, ami korábban annyira segített neki.En: He remembered the tranquility of the landscape, which had helped him so much before.Hu: Áron jól szerepelt.En: Áron performed well.Hu: Amikor lejött a színpadról, a családja és barátai tapsolták.En: When he came off the stage, his family and friends applauded him.Hu: Elmosolyodott, tudva, hogy a félelme csupán egy olyan akadály volt, amit leküzdhetett.En: He smiled, knowing that his fear was merely a hurdle he could overcome.Hu: Akarattal és Kata kitartó segítségével Áron nem csak hogy helytállt, de magabiztosabb is lett.En: With determination and Kata's unwavering support, Áron not only stood his ground but also gained more confidence.Hu: Rájött, hogy a jövőben bátran nézhet szembe az új kihívásokkal.En: He realized that he could face new challenges bravely in the future.Hu: Mert mindig lesznek barátai, mint Kata, akik támogatják őt, bármilyen félelmetesnek is tűnik a helyzet.En: Because he would always have friends like Kata who would support him, no matter how daunting the situation seemed. Vocabulary Words:steaming: gőzölgőwrapped: becsomagolvarehearsal: próbaterrified: rettegettovercome: áttörjethreatened: megfenyegetterefuge: menedéketblanket: hótakarósparkled: csillogottscent: illatlinger: terjengettencouraged: biztattaflawlessly: hibátlanulbelieve: hitteafternoon: délutánconfident: magabiztosfestive: ünnepioccasion: alkalompounded: kalapálttranquility: nyugalomapplauded: tapsoltákmerely: csupánhurdle: akadálydetermination: akaratunwavering: kitartósupport: segítségdaunting: félelmetessituation: helyzetdaunted: félelmetesneklandscape: táj

Radio Maria is preparing its 3rd Christmas Play, written by Edmund Matyjaszek who comes on today to talk to Tim about the script and the carols that will accompany it. Don't miss the live performance and broadcast of this play! Sunday, 15th of December, after the 5pm Mass at the Rosary Shrine in London on Southampton Rd. MORNINGS WITH RADIO MARIA airs live every weekday at 9am, featuring a wide range of guests with interesting stories to tell and things to share. If you don't already follow our live broadcasts, tune in on DAB in England or download the Radio Maria Play app and listen anywhere in the world.  If you enjoyed this programme, please consider making a once off or monthly donation to Radio Maria England by visiting www.RadioMariaEngland.uk or calling 0300 302 1251 during office hours. It is only through the ongoing support of our listeners that we continue to be a Christian voice by your side.

Paddy McDonnell talks about his new show, Dagger, ahead of his tour starting at the SSE Arena on 4th October. He also dropped a few hints about an upcoming Christmas play Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Good Nurse Bad Nurse, we welcome back Robert Malaer as our guest host! He and Tina discuss the story of Heather Pressdee, a Pennsylvania nursing facility nurse who becomes involved in numerous insulin-related deaths.   For our “Good Nurse,” we're featuring Carrie Kiersnowski. While attending a Christmas play, a medical emergency arises, and Carrie steps in to save the day!   Join us on Patreon to get ad-free episodes, early access, and more exclusive content!   Please support our show by supporting our sponsors below! Thank you to Trusted Health for sponsoring this episode. Please go to https://www.trustedhealth.com/gnbn and fill out a profile to help support our podcast and see what opportunities are out there for you! Thank you to our sponsor CBD Stat! If you use CBD oils, please try CBD Stat and get 30% off high-quality CBD available at http://www.cbdstat.care/goodnursebadnurse Thank you to our sponsor Eko! Please visit them at https://ekohealth.com and use promo code GNBN for $50 off your purchase of the new Littmann Cardiology IV stethoscope with Eko technology!   Sources:   https://triblive.com/local/valley-news-dispatch/authorities-pressdee-patients-timeline-shows-unusual-odd-patterns/ https://www.post-gazette.com/news/crime-courts/2023/11/12/heather-pressdee-homicide-charges-insulin-overdoses/stories/202311120023 https://abc7news.com/heather-pressdee-pennsylvania-nurse-pa-attorney-general-michelle-henry-butler-county-prison/14006949/ https://lawandcrime.com/crime/hard-to-comprehend-alleged-killer-nurse-charged-with-dozens-of-additional-crimes-after-prosecutors-identify-19-others-said-to-have-been-poisoned-with-excessive-insulin/ https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2023-11-02-Heather-PRESSDEE-Criminal-Complaint.pdf

553. We chat with Derby Gisclair about his newest book, New Orleans Steamboat Stories – The Brief Lives of Mississippi Riverboats. "Steamboats shaped America's future, its economy, and its culture while expanding trade and expanding the country's footprint into new territories. This economic expansion was not limited to New Orleans, but also to Cincinnati, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Memphis, Louisville, Nashville, St. Paul, Kansas City, and Chattanooga. A round trip voyage from Pittsburgh to New Orleans that once took six months could now be accomplished in forty-five days. At the same time steamboats made it possible to circulate and disseminate the news and the mail, to spread the various immigrant cultures, food, and music. New Orleans Steamboat Stories contains stories of a handful of the different steamboats and the people who lived and worked on the Western rivers. They are brief in nature as the average life of a steamboat was generally short. But their impact culturally and commercially, esthetically and economically, made a lasting impact on the development of America" (Jefferson Parish). This week in Louisiana history. December 15, 1802. Pres. Jefferson, worried of French takeover of La., seeks to purchase Isle of Orleans This week in New Orleans history. The New Orleans Church of St. Louis, which had been rebuilt after being destroyed in the fire of 1788, was dedicated as a cathedral on December 23, 1794. This week in Louisiana. 97th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival Webpage November 18th, 2023 - January 6th, 2024 Christmas Cheer Since 1927 Named after a Native American tribe, Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-a-tish ) is the oldest permanent settlement in the Louisiana Purchase Territory. Since 1927, we are home to one of the oldest community-based holiday celebrations in the country. Starting as a one-day festival, the Natchitoches Christmas Festival has evolved into a six-week long Christmas Season. The Christmas Season begins on the Saturday before Thanksgiving and concludes on January the 6th, the Epiphany. Over 300,000 lights and 100 plus set pieces are on display every night at dusk. Postcards from Louisiana. David Middleton. "The Shepherd. A Christmas Play." Listen on Spotify. Listen on TuneIn. The Louisiana Anthology Home Page. Like us on Facebook. 

CLIP - Ally makes us do it every year 

This hour we do our Christmas play and talk to the actual throat goat

"Question of the Day"..."The Talk 99.5 Christmas Play"...Merry Christmas to allSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 167 is here.. the boys discuss uniforms, Christmas lights and bad weather, office Christmas party, signing day highlights, state of WVU basketball, Duke Mayo Bowl preview and prediction, a spoonful of mayonnaise, did WVU win the Battle to lose the war, can we get to 17 wins, backup Mt. Rushmore of Christmas movies, and Christmas Play roles.  Merry Christmas!!!

God of War Ragnarök Valhalla DLC, our 2023 Christmas Play, House Flipper 2, Santa Protects the Christmas Trees, Tin Hearts, Yuletide Legends: Who Framed Santa Claus, more Path of Exile PoE Affliction League chat, Control, Wolverine leak, and more fun for the Holidays including a song! VGO is off next week, but head to videogameoutsiders.com and go premium for the entire back catalog of VGO, weekly bonus shows, our Discord: https://discord.gg/Ab6pxpT , VGOmerch.com shop, show notes, and more! Get our free VGO app for bonus content, or listen to the weekly bonus shows on the web at ilovevgo.com! To hear the live play bloopers you can sub free with Amazon Prime for Twitch on Twitch.tv/johnANDmichelle

A pair of Kewanee Third Graders, from Ms. Kluever's class, joined WKEI for The Good News, a special Christmas play featuring Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and Santa Claus. Thank you to our incredible performers, Nora and Benji...   

The Groupies return and with a surprise - Groupie Carol is with them!!!! The troupe discusses their favorite Christmas Play, or dislike, as the case may be. An interesting discussion is had on how to deal with different personality types and Carol has a review of & Juliet. Give it a listen! You'll laugh, you'll cry, it's better than Cats! MEOW! Join us for a holiday edition and the Green Room Groupies wish everyone a very happy holiday season!

MVVC Kids Christmas Play from Christmas season 2023.Enjoy the play that was written by God, directed by Giana Pozzuoli, and performed by MVVC kids!

Sunday is our Annual Christmas Pageant, so in lieu of a sermon, we'll experience “The Christmas Play” by Gary Neil, which tells the story of the birth of Jesus in the Bible's own words, Greek-theater style, via dramatic readings. The play weaves the words of Matthew, Luke, and John together into one seamless drama. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the greatest story ever told!

Have you head of 'A Very “MOORE-Y” Christmas'?It's going to be Ireland's biggest Christmas play and it's happening on Dave Moore on Today FM. Press Play to hear how the auditions went.

Check out a short message that followed our Kid's Christmas Play from Pastor Allison Bramlett on Christmas is Jesus. Jesus is the reason for the season, and He isn't a baby in a manger, He is our Lord and Savior.If you're a new friend, click on this link to fill out a new friend card online!https://oneconnection.org/new-friendsCheck out our new Covenant Merch at https://https://www.oneconnection.org/shopMake sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram, @covenantchurch2.Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here: https://rebrand.ly/fcw9jxaDownload our Covenant Church App here:Apple Devices: https://rebrand.ly/s3nb5hqAndroid Devices: https://rebrand.ly/7w1r1txGive Online: https://covenantchurchdouglas.churchcenter.com/giving

In this play members from all groups have been involved, from children to adults.

News Roundup - KIRO's Christmas Play, divorced couples dating, SIFF reopening, Walmart experiment with romantic comedy.//Guest: Matt Markovich explains a new legislative proposal to change rules regarding gift cards.//Listener Texts on the Denny Blaine Park nude beach.

SHOW #1333 Christmas Play Auditions For The Angel Of The Lord --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bigjujumedia/support

Pastor Petrucci ministered this morning

Sunday, December 3, 2023

Sunday, December 3, 2023

Each year families look forward to seeing their kids in holiday pageants and plays, but kids with special needs and abilities don't always get the chance to participate in these activities. However, one woman has been working to change that, putting together a “Special Stars” performance of the Little Drummer Boy, calling it a chance to let “disabilities shine on stage," celebrating each child's unique talents.

Recorded for release W/C 20th Nov 23 This week Paula Radcliffe chats about sustainable travel, Alexis Q shares her new single, Christopher Commander  lets us know about his production of A Christmas Carol, we talk to Hannah Broadhead about her appearance on Portrait Artist of the Year and Codsall Dramatic Society let us know about their Children's Christmas Play.

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Our goal is to empower you to be more effective in your administrative tasks, so you can focus on the most important work of kingdom building. Let's explore the essential tools that will make your ministry more efficient and impactful. Quick Links: Ministry Management Binder Schedule a Call Episode 035  1: Website A well-designed website can serve as a hub for your community, providing information, resources, and engagement opportunities. In today's society nearly every new visitor will research your church online before ever setting foot inside the door. Therefore your address, service times, and phone numbers should be clear. Images of services, classes, and events are very helpful.  2: Digital Calendars Managing your ministry's events and appointments can be a complex task. Digital calendars can be a LIFESAVER. It can help you streamline every department's schedule while giving the freedom to staff and leaders to update events and add important information. I mentioned in the last episode that Google Calendar is my personal favorite.  3. Online File Storage and Sharing Centralized document management is a game-changer for ministries. It is convenient, efficient, and organized. Say goodbye to scattered documents and having to dig through file cabinets! There are many systems to choose from but if you are already using Gmail or Google Calendar then you also have access to Google Drive.  4: Virtual Meetings In 2020, everyone got a crash course in conducting and attending virtual meetings. Zoom quickly became a household function. During this time, ministries realized what an asset this piece of technology is. Especially for ministries that extend beyond one community. It is a great way to have face-to-face meetings without leaving the comfort of your home or office.  5. Social Media This one might be a bit controversial still, however, social media is a powerful tool for ministry outreach. This is much information out there on how to manage social media. You can learn strategies for engaging and growing your ministry's online presence, complete with examples, sample templates, and tips for reaching the demographics in your area. There are even “social media managers” who you can hire to help with this. If your church does not have some type of social media presence, you are missing out on the best free advertisement and marketing strategy.  6. Digital Newsletters and Email Marketing Email marketing remains a key channel for engaging your congregation and supporters. This is a great way to communicate upcoming events, share words of testimony, and encourage the flock. There are several email platforms available and this is something else that a church management software might provide. Two common stand-alone email platforms are MailChimp and Constant Contact. This is a great way to generate a digital newsletter. This is another way to engage with your congregation and help them feel connected.  7: Project Management Software Project and team management are crucial for efficient ministry operation. My favorite tool for this is Trello. I talked about how I personally use Trello in the last episode if you want to jump back and listen to it. Ministries can use this to track visitor follow-up, enlist and train volunteers, and plan the upcoming staff party or Christmas Play. You can share your “Trello Boards” with others on your team so that you can collaborate together. You can assign tasks to people on your team and check off when things get done on the list. You can also assign due dates and set reminders. I have used this method for planning several conferences and women's retreats. There, of course, are a plethora of other systems available that you can check out. Keeping projects and teams on track is a challenging task and I am all for finding ways to do that more efficiently. In fact, several years ago, I created the “Ministry Management Binder”. I have a physical printable version that can be put in a binder and I have a digital version on a Trello Board. Or you can get both at a discounted price. 8: Online Giving It is a fact that churches that had an online giving option during the Covid pandemic saw less of a decline in finances than those who did not. Online giving has become more and more accepted as most of the younger generation pays their bills online and doesn't carry cash or checks. There are many options for receiving offerings online and I am not going to recommend one over another. Choose a platform that is easy to use for individuals and for the church. If it integrates with your accounting software that is a huge plus. This may require a little research to pick the one that fits best. I would start by asking what others in your community and organization have had success with. There is also a feature called text-to-give. You can do a quick search to find out more about that as well.  9: Accounting Software Effective financial management is a cornerstone of ministry success. Using an accounting software can make life so much better. When I first started out as a church secretary (more years ago than I care to admit) it was all on paper! I transitioned to an Excel spreadsheet and eventually switched to QuickBooks. Now there are systems created just for churches and ministries. Let me just say that when I started out, it took me DAYS to tally up all the end-of-year contribution statements. Now they can be printed off in minutes! Having an efficient system will allow you so much more time to do more productive work. Now, I mentioned QuickBooks but there are several systems available that you can choose from.  10: All-In-One Solution with Church Management Software Last but definitely not least is an all-in-one Church Management Software. These systems provide a comprehensive solution for ministry administration. Combining several of the aforementioned tools can streamline administrative tasks and enhance member engagement. These can offer a combination of calendars, file storage, email marketing, accounting software, online giving, and project management. Each system is different and usually based on the needs and size of the ministry. Here is a list of the 10 Best Church Management Systems for Small Churches published by theleadpastor.com.   We have explored 10 tools that can supercharge your ministry and its effectiveness. Leveraging these tools will enable you to streamline your administrative tasks, leaving you with more time to focus on the most critical aspect of ministry—kingdom building. In such uncertain times, it is imperative that we stay on task and be about the Father's business. Administrative tasks may seem unimportant to many, however, it is like a well-oiled machine. When things don't run smoothly, systems begin to break down. So if you are in an administrative position, I want you to remember that this IS a calling. Not everyone can do what you are doing. It IS important. You ARE needed. If you can get organized and create systems you are helping to keep things running smoothly.      You can probably tell that I am very passionate about helping those in administrative positions. If you are stuck, need help, or want to brainstorm some ideas, reach out to me and let's chat! Schedule a Zoom call to chat!     Ministry Management Binder Connect with Jacklin:  Effective Ministry Solutions Facebook Effective Ministry Solutions Instagram Preparing the Church for the Harvest Blog Schedule a Call       This episode was originally published on effectiveministrysolutions.com/episode036

Bible Holiness Christmas Play- December 15, 2022Christmas play- Youtube video: https://youtu.be/Qh2TiMg0hGs

Bible Reading: Philippians 2:1-11Carly stood on stage with the other shepherds at the church's Christmas play. She scowled at Miss Lena, her Sunday school teacher in the front row.Carly wanted to be Mary. She wanted to hold baby doll Jesus. Tessa, who had the role of Mary, wasn't even a good actress.Then Carly had an idea. When the angel came to tell them the good news of Jesus's birth, the shepherds calmly followed the star toward the stable on the other side of the stage--except Carly, who sprinted ahead.Tessa gasped. "Carly, what are you doing?""My name's not Carly!" Carly leaned toward Tessa's microphone. "My name is Mary, and you stole my baby. Give him back!"Carly tried to grab baby doll Jesus. Tessa backed into the cardboard stable, which crashed to the ground. A few of the little sheep actors started crying. Miss Lena ran onto the stage. "Consider this a brief intermission," she said to the church members. "Give us a minute to sort this out."Carly's mom stepped onto the stage as well. "Carly, what were you thinking?"Carly's stomach twisted with regret. "I…I don't know." She wanted to be the star. But instead, she'd ruined the play."Come sit with me for the rest of the play, Carly," Miss Lena said.Carly hung her head. "Okay."As Carly watched the rest of the play, she realized Tessa was a great Mary. The real Mary was humble and kind. She didn't think she was better than everyone else, like Carly just did.On the ride home, Carly said, "I was only thinking about myself with what I did today."Mom nodded. "You know, the Bible talks about putting others first. Jesus did that when He became human and died for our sins to save us. He did that for us because He loved us. And because we trust in Jesus, we can love others and live like Him. We can be joyful and content in whatever role we have.""Even if it's the role of a shepherd or a sheep?" Carly asked, and her mom nodded. "I want to love others like Jesus," Carly said. "And I can start by telling Tessa and Miss Lena I'm sorry." -Becca WierwilleHow About You?Have you ever fought to be the center of attention? Do you sometimes think so much about yourself that you forget about the people around you? We all have times when we can be selfish. But Jesus saved us from sin so we could live with love and unity, and He will help us put others before ourselves. Humbling ourselves and thinking of others first is a great way to show the love of Jesus.Today's Key Verse:Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves. (NIV) (Philippians 2:3)Today's Key Thought:Put others first

CLIP- We hate it. Some of you love it. Ally sure does. Enjoy our performance of a classic Christmas tale 

This hour we try to make Ally happy with our reading of the annual Christmas play

Regular Sunday Evening Service on December 18, 2022

Context/Christmas Story, Sherri's Christmas Play, Joy to the World, New Year's Resolution, Psalm 23, Chainmail Armor Update, Feelings vs. Reality, Oh Holy Night, Spontaneous Flute, Fear Not, Welcome to the Show; Quotes: “I'm a sheep and I've got a really good shepherd.” “It's easier to just say ‘I'm sorry.'” “Genesis to Revelation is all about Jesus.” “Let's go see this baby!”

Waiting on Christmas, Masterclass, Prodigal Son, Watch God Move, Wordle, Spicy Foods, Faithfulness, Christmas Play, Tenacity, BONUS CONTENT: Being A Learner; Quotes: “I know God is going to do something good!” “It was chuckle worthy.” “It's good to remind myself how good God is.” “Where do I go to collect the respect that is due to me.”