The final tally of Resound pledges have risen since Sunday. As of 11/25, the total amount raised is $1,710,155. Praise God! 

Mark your calendar for our congregational meeting that will happen after church on Sunday, December 15th. The purpose of the meeting will be to approve the bridge loan so we can begin our renovations early next year. We will send detailed information about the loan a week or so before the meeting.

Because of the time sensitive nature of this project, the upcoming holidays, the unforeseen delays we experienced due to the hurricane and power outage and the need to make agreements with our lender and general contractor as soon as possible, our Leadership Council agreed that this congregational meeting meets the definition and spirit of the special/emergency meeting provision of our bylaws, which does not require a full 30 days' notice (see Page 8, Section 5, B. 3)

Angel Tree

Our church is blessed with people who care about others and want to share their blessings with the less fortunate. Once again this year, we have compiled a list of children in the Clover/Lake Wylie area who will not be able to feel the joy of the season if we don't help. Our Angel Tree will be located in the Gathering Space on December 1st and December 8th. Each ornament on the tree will list a child's name, age and their special wishes for Christmas. Our CCLW youth will be on hand to help write down your name and phone number when you choose an angel affirming you are adopting the child, and purchasing the wishes on the ornament.

Gifts may be dropped off in the Gathering Space (unwrapped and clearly labeled with the child's name) on any of the following days/times:

• during regular church business days Monday - Thursday, Dec. 2nd - Dec. 12th, 9:00-2:30
• before/after service on Sunday, December 8th
• before/after service on Sunday, December 15th. 

Note: All gifts are due at church by Sunday, December 15th.

Thank you for being such a caring congregation! While the children will appreciate having their wishes fulfilled, they will, more importantly, feel the love of Christ through your act of sharing. Contact Faith Dunn at (704) 591-9008 or faith.dunn@yahoo.com with any questions.

Youth Winter Conference

The EDGE Conference is held at Ridgecrest Conference Center in beautiful Ridgecrest, NC. Students will experience large group worship sessions, small group Bible studies, and late-night activities nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina.

• Conference Cost: $200
• $75 deposit due Monday, December 2
• Registration deadline: Monday, December 2
• Drop off: Community Church at Lake Wylie (Sat., Jan. 18 at 1:00 p.m.)
• Pickup: Community Church at Lake Wylie (Mon., Jan. 20 at 3:00 p.m.)
• All meals will be provided.

• Do you share a passion for bringing Christ’s love and care to people during a time of need?
• Have you been wondering where God is calling you at this stage in your life?
• Is compassion and care one of your spiritual gifts?

If you answered yes to any or all these questions, then you would make a great Stephen Minister! Stephen Ministers are lay congregation members trained to provide one-to-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation.

Stephen Minister training is a Christ-centered experience that equips participants with essential caring and relating skills. Trainees learn how to listen to, care for, and walk with those going through difficult times in life.

We are in dire need of new Stephen Ministers – so we will be starting training in late January. Training is extensive, and we ask for a two-year commitment. But the reward is endless! After training, you will be matched with a person experiencing a life crisis, meet with that person on a weekly basis to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. Like with many serving opportunities, the spiritual growth is both given and received.

If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister or you have additional questions, please email info@cclw.org

The Next New Members Class is January 26th

In our membership class, you will hear about our beliefs, the foundation of our church and what it means to be an active member at CCLW. We think of membership as a partnership in which we grow together as a Christian community. You will have an opportunity to hear from ministry leaders, discover areas you can serve and find groups you can join.

Our membership class is held four times a year on Sundays at 12:15pm. Lunch is provided, and registration is needed so we can plan for childcare and make sure we have enough food.

FOOD ASSISTANCE FOR THE BLESSING BOX

Clover Area Assistance Center (CAAC) prevailed on CCLW to install a mini pantry (Blessing Box) in 2023. The canned goods left in the box are intended for the local homeless as well as families who need help stretching their food supply. CAAC reports that since COVID, they have seen a large uptick in Lake Wylie residents needing food assistance, and that is why we have the Blessing Box on the parking lot side of our church (follow the signs from highway 49).

We need your help. In order to keep this pantry filled with appropriate foodstuffs, we ask that you buy a few extra cans of food (see the separate list) when you are grocery shopping each week. Simply place them directly in the Blessing Box or put them on the table in Room 116. A member of the Missions Committee will do the rest.

Thank you for this ongoing support. Our local community continues to grow and with that growth comes new challenges. Feeding the homeless and helping families are responsibilities in which we can help.