Care Team: Wedding Shower
Posted by Care Team on 12/29/2010
At Ethos Church, we are celebrating yet another exciting event in our family, the wedding of Logan Hartline and Jill Thompson. We hope that you will join us in showering them in prayer, love and gifts on Sunday, January 9th. You can stop by the church offices between the 5 and 7 o’clock services. Please pray for God’s guidance and blessings on this sweet couple as they begin their life together. Logan and Jill are registered at Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Target, and the Green Hills location of West Elm.
RESOURCES
Posted by Dave Clayton on 12/24/2010
Whether you have been in church your whole life or are still unsure of what you believe regarding Jesus — reading the Bible and growing in your relationship with God can be a daunting task. Whether you struggle to find time in the midst of a busy schedule, or don’t know how to make sense of the Bible — our prayer is that these resources will equip you for reading, understanding more fully, and applying the Word of God in a way that will transform your life from the inside out.
ONE : BIBLE READING PLANS
Here you will find a wide variety of reading plans. Whether you have been reading the Bible for a long time, or have never read it at all, there is a plan here for you. Check back frequently for new reading plans.
>> Bible Reading Plans
TWO : INTRODUCTIONS and OVERVIEWS
Here you will find a variety of resources that will help you get a better grasp on how the Bible was written, how it is organized, the general overview of the individual books it contains, and much more. Check back frequently for new resources.
>> Introductions and Overviews
THREE : DAILY DEVOTIONAL TOOLS
Here you will find a variety of tools designed to help you develop a daily rhythm for connecting with God. It doesn’t matter if you been a follower of Christ for years, or just getting started in your spiritual journey, we pray these tools will help you grow in your relationship with Christ.
>> Daily Devotional Tools
CHRISTMAS DINNER
Posted by Dave Clayton on 12/21/2010
A wonderful family is opening up their home on Christmas Eve this year for anyone that doesn’t have a place to go, a meal to eat, or a family to spend time with. It doesn’t matter if you are old, young, rich, poor, single, married, homeless, or homeowner … the offer is good for all.
They are serving lunch on Friday, December 24th at 11:30 AM. Their address is 1721 N. Observatory Dr, 37215. If you need a ride, email Burton (saunderscb@mail.lipscomb.edu).
Spread the word to anyone you know who might be interested. Thanks and Merry Christmas!
CHRISTMAS DEVOTIONAL
Posted by Dave Clayton on 12/21/2010
Since many in our church family will be scattered all of the world visiting family on December 26th, we decided to mix things up a bit this Sunday. We have provided something we can all do together, no matter where you might find yourself this Sunday. Below we have provided some things that will assist you as you guide your friends and family in a time of worship and celebration because of Jesus’ arrival.
You can use some of this, or all of this. You can use it in a home or a coffee shop, with a small group or a large group. As believers in Christ, we make up the church, most weeks we get to gather as a large body, this week we will gather in smaller groups all over the world, as we celebrate Jesus together. Be creative, have fun, but most importantly … worship Jesus.
WATCH : The Digital Nativity
SING : Here are a few classic Christmas Hymns for you and your family.
READ : Luke 1:26-38 & Luke 2
SHARE : In a time of communion together. You can find our recipe for communion bread here.
REFLECT : Spend some time just reflecting on what the Birth of Jesus means for your life today. Take as long as you need.
PRAY : Spend some time thanking God for the gift of his Son, and for loving us enough to humbly come to earth for us.
Christmas Hymns
Posted by Dave Clayton on 12/21/2010
SILENT NIGHT
Silent night, holy night
All is calm, all is bright
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child
Holy Infant so tender and mild
Sleep in heavenly peace
Sleep in heavenly peace
Silent night, holy night!
Shepherds quake at the sight
Glories stream from heaven afar
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour is born
Christ, the Saviour is born
Silent night, holy night
Son of God, love’s pure light
Radiant beams from Thy holy face
With the dawn of redeeming grace
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth ”
Shepherds quake at the sight
Glories stream from heaven afar
Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia!
Christ, the Saviour is born
Christ, the Saviour is born
Son of God, love’s pure light
Radiant beams from Thy holy face
With the dawn of redeeming grace
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth ”
HOLY NIGHT
O Holy Night! The stars are brightly shining,
It is the night of the dear Saviour’s birth.
Long lay the world in sin and error pining.
Till He appeared and the Spirit felt its worth.
A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices,
For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn.
Fall on your knees! Oh, hear the angel voices!
O night divine, the night when Christ was born;
O night, O Holy Night , O night divine!
O night, O Holy Night , O night divine!
O COME O COME IMMANUEL
O come, O come, Emmanuel
And ransom captive Israel
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.
O come, Thou Key of David, come,
And open wide our heavenly home;
Make safe the way that leads on high,
And close the path to misery.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel.
I Love Our Church
Posted by Dave Clayton on 12/20/2010
Yesterday was an incredible day at Ethos Church. I left last night feeling overwhelmed with joy thinking about how I watched our church family bless two church planters from Vancouver, serve our homeless friends, open up homes for those hurting during the holidays, and just the general sense in which we cared for one another. It was an incredible day, and a wonderful way to end the best year we have had in the short history of our church family.
It made me think about this past year. Here are some of my favorite moments from 2010:
+ An impromptu offering in January that provided food for 1,000 families in East Africa
+ The first weekend in early February where more than 100 people publicly confessed and repented of sin
+ The thousands of dollars raised, and the trips many of our people took to serve the people of Haiti
+ Watching the way our church celebrated Popcorn’s Life
+ Watching as you stepped up to serve during the May Flood
+ The way hundreds of you stepped up to serve on one of our volunteer teams
+ The way you prayed for, pursued, invited, and baptized your friends that didn’t know Jesus
+ The way you grew in your love for one another.
+ The number of leaders that stepped up to start new House Churches (we went from 19 house churches to nearly 50)
+ Starting a 3rd Worship Gathering, and watching it fill to capacity in only a few short weeks
+ Trunk or Treat at East Park
+ Watching the way you guys served during 40 Days in the City
+ Watching the way you gave financially (week in and week out)
+ Celebrating our 2 year anniversary by building 4 wells through Charity Water
+ Helping support new church plants in Los Angeles, Portland, Montana, Vancouver, Nashville, and more.
+ The way you consistently helped the poorest of the poor in our city with your love, finances, and time
+ Watching more than a dozen people in our church bring a stranger in off the street to live in their home
+ Watching as we supported our family members that did mission work in China, India, Honduras, Spain, Italy, Mexico, California, Africa, Haiti, and Scotland
+ Watching families in our church give away 3 cars to bless someone in need
+ Watching more than 150 of you commit to be on a mission by making Ethos your church family
+ Watching you throw baby showers for single moms that were down on their luck
+ and the list could go on and on.
I have never been so proud to be a part of this church. Although the last two years have been absolutely incredible, I have never been more excited about where we are going. 2011 is going to be a year in which I firmly believe we will see God change lives, our city, our world, and us individually as he continues to work through Ethos.
I love you guys. Thank you for joining in on this journey. Enjoy the Holidays. Enjoy time with Family. Rest up. And let’s get’s 2011 started in a big way. I have some huge news I can’t wait to share at the first of the year. I can’t wait to see you guys January 2nd.
Love,
Dave
Leader of Vision and Teaching
An Unconventional Christmas Story
Posted by Dave Clayton on 12/19/2010
Daily Devotional Tools
Posted by Ethos Church on 12/17/2010
These resources are designed to assist in establishing daily habits that will help you connect with God. Each person and each season of life is different — so therefore, it is often necessary to look for fresh ways to encounter God. Like our earthly relationships, our relationship with God benefits from consistency and variety. In the coming months we will add more resources to assist in your daily interactions with God.
LECTIO DIVINA
Lectio Divina is an ancient spiritual practice from the Christian monastic tradition.Its title derives from the Latin words meaning reading and divine/holy. In Lectio Divina we seek to experience the presence of God through reading and listening,meditation, prayer, and contemplation. Lectio Divina can be practiced by groupsand individuals.
JOURNALING
This is a tool designed to give you guidance and structure as your pray, read, and journal.
Introductions and Overviews
Posted by Ethos Church on 12/17/2010
Understanding the critical issues of individual Biblical Books, the connecting themes between larger sections of scripture, the historical context for when each Book was written, and who wrote the Book under the guidance of the Holy Spirit all play an important role in helping us grasp the fullness of God’s Word. These resources are designed to serve as an introduction an overview for your time in the Word.
A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING THE OLD TESTAMENT
Whether you have been in church your whole life or are still unsure of what you believe regarding Jesus — reading the Bible can be a daunting task. The Old Testament was written a long time ago, by people living in a very different time, who were experiencing very different circumstances from many of us. This resource is designed to help you make sense of the major themes and content of the 39 Books that comprise the Old Testament. Download : A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding the OT
A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING THE NEW TESTAMENT
Whether you have been in church your whole life or are still unsure of what you believe regarding Jesus — reading the Bible can be a daunting task. The New Testament was written a long time ago, by people living in a very different time, who were experiencing very different circumstances from many of us. This resource is designed to help you make sense of the major themes and content of the 27 Books that comprise the New Testament. Download : A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding the NT
Bible Reading Plans
Posted by Ethos Church on 12/17/2010
The Bible in a Year | 365 Day Plan
This reading plan is designed to help you read through the entire Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, in one calendar year.
The Big Picture | 30 Day Plan
This reading plan is designed to give you a grasp of the Big Picture of the Story of God in the Bible. These 30 readings will take you from Genesis to Revelation.
Meet Jesus | 30 Day Plan
This reading plan is designed to serve as an introduction to the birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. These 30 stories will give you a better grasp of the Big Picture of Jesus’ Life and Ministry.
The Gospels in 30 | 30 Day Plan
This reading plan is designed to help you read all four Gospel Accounts in 30 Days. Reading the Gospels in a concentrated time will give you an appreciation for the various voices and perspective God used to bring us the story of Jesus.
NEW THRU 30
This Bible reading plan is for those who want to dedicate some serious time each day to reading God’s Word. This plan will guide you through the entire New Testament in 30 Days.
NEWTHRU30 (PDF)
NEW THRU 60
This Bible reading plan is for those who want to dedicate some serious time each day to reading God’s Word. This plan will guide you through the entire New Testament in 60 Days.
NEWTHRU60 (PDF)
BIBLE READING CHECKLIST
This Bible Reading Checklist is a helpful tool you can use to track the chapters and books have read in the Old and New Testament.
Bible Reading Checklist PDF
