Discovering De Soto
FAITH
A different kind of Christmas is ahead... and the Spirit of Christmas continues on!
Shall trouble or hardship, persecution, famine or [COVID-19] ...separate us from the love of Christ? No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loves us. from Romans 8:37-38 Just like Easter 2020, the Resurrection of Jesus was celebrated amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic–so will Christmas 2020, the birth of Jesus be celebrated, as the pandemic continues. Be creative, be resourceful, be safe this Christmas Season. Worship in person or online at one of our many churches. Utilize online tools and keep in touch with your friends and family. Encourage one another well this Christmas Season. Kudos to the churches and their staffs who have devoted extra hours to social distancing, extra sanitary measures and worked their way to bringing online services to many. Note that many traditional live holiday services, outdoor live nativity events may be cancelled or modified this year. Locally, Kaw Prairie’s Christmas at the Barn will not be held this year due to COVID-19 safety concerns.
Treasuring memorable times with a homemade 2020 Nativity Ornament, heartmade from your yard. Each of our children made this keepsake ornament in 2000, after our recent move to De Soto. An orginal design by mom before pinterest Make your own rustic, handmade ornament...On your computer make a “nativity” shape template and type out the words to “Away in a Manger” in 10-12 pt. type, centered (or write out by hand). Print onto heavy, creamcolored paper (or mount onto cardboard). Cut out the Manger shape. Draw “baby Jesus” on the bottom side (leaving room for the hay). Punch a hole on the top corner, allowing space for the “manger roof.” Gathers “twigs” from your yard or favorite park. Safely Cut twigs with garden shears and hot glue to “build-you-own” manger. Add “golden glitter” or actual bits of hay, where baby Jesus is “asleep on the hay.” Add rafia or ribbon through the top hole and hang in a special place. “Like”Discovering De Soto on facebook and share your “Nativity” creation.
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8655 Copeland Way | 913-585-1026
www.desotobaptistchurch.com Weekly Worship Services Online posted Saturday evenings to view throughout the week. Weekly Family Devotions for the entire family.
“For we know that all things work together for good to those who love the Lord and are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28
ADVENT SERVICES • SUNDAYS 11 am HOPE November 20 PEACE December 6 JOY December 13 LOVE December 20*
*Traditional Biblical portrayal by Pastor Copeland Evening of Christmas Music Dec. 20 pending see website for updates
Reach Church D E S OTO
Join Us for Worship! SUNDAYS AT 9:30 & 11:00 AM
33085 W 83rd St. • De Soto, KS 66018 Visit us online at www.reachdesoto.com.
Join Us Christmas Eve Service at 5PM
Sunday School - 9:45 am Sunday Worship - 10:35 am Christmas Service - Sunday, December 20 - 10:35 am
