The E-News
Friday, November 29, 2024
Steele Hill A.M.E. Zion Church
Rev. Dr. Jerret C. Fite
Pastor
As the holiday season unfolds, may the joy of the season be with you, your family and community!
In case you missed it on Thursday, Thanksgiving greetings from Pastor Fite!
Season of Advent
Advent is a four-week season dedicated to reflective preparation for the arrival, "advent", of Jesus Christ's Nativity at Christmas
Lighting candles on an Advent wreath is a common practice. The wreath typically has four candles, each representing one of the four weeks of Advent. A new candle is lit on each Sunday leading up to Christmas.
"Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son and shall call his name Immanuel." Isaiah 7:14
In Honor or Memory
Purchase a Poinsettia - Sunday is Last Day to Purchase!
Thank You
A "BIG" Deck The Halls "Thank-You" to all of Santa's Helpers who helped to decorate the tree and decorate the vestibule! Fun, Fellowship, and Treats to ring in the Season!
We have pictures from Deck The Halls, Veteran's Day Recognition and Pastor's Appreciation that we will be sharing soon!
Here We Grow Again!
The remodel of the kitchen is underway! Many Memories! Little Known History Fact: Prior to 1999, when the current Sanctuary was built, the current fellowship hall was the Sanctuary. Therefore, not only was the cooking done in the kitchen, we enjoyed many meals in the kitchen! As we continue to press on, we have come this far by FAITH!
Instant Memories
Preparation
The Process
On The Calendar
Sunday, December 1, 2024
First Sunday of Advent
The Lord's Supper
In The Community
Area Christmas Parades & Events
Town of Waxhaw, NC
Waxhaw's Christmas Parade will be held on Sunday, December 8 at 3 p.m. in downtown Waxhaw featuring local school marching bands, entries and floats by 70 businesses and members of the community and an appearance from a special guest from the North Pole! Announcers cover the entire parade route to make sure that you hear all of the details surrounding the fun entries passing by.
Note: From Santa's Helpers: When leaving church on Sunday, December 8, if you usually go through downtown Waxhaw via Highway 75, please take an alternate route!
Celebrate The Holidays In The QC (Charlotte, NC)
courtesy of qcitymetro.com
As the holiday season approaches, Charlotte transforms into a winter wonderland filled with festivities that cater to all interests. From dazzling light displays and festive markets to engaging community events, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holidays in the Queen City.
Annual Black-owned Holiday Marketplace
Shop at more than 40 Black-owned businesses at an annual holiday pop-up store that began in 2021. CLT Black Owned and QCity Metro host the store, which helps Black entrepreneurs test-drive the retail experience for one weekend in December each year. The store features a hot chocolate bar, photos with a Black Santa, shopping in nearly every category of retail and more.
What we love about it: It’s a unique concept designed for the community to get holiday shopping done while supporting local, Black-owned businesses.
When: Dec. 5, 6, 7
Where: 3550 N. Davidson Street, Charlotte, NC
Average Cost: FREE to visit; retail costs vary. Photos with Santa are as low as $20.
Light the Knights
Light the Knights at Truist Field is one of Uptown’s ultimate winter activities. Guests can experience ice skating, light displays, over-the-top Christmas trees, shopping, snow tubing and more. There’s also a holiday walkthrough that includes lighting throughout the stadium, snacks and a choreographed show. Light the Knights is open as late as 10:30 p.m. on some days.
What we love: It’s for the whole family (all ages)
Average Cost: Admission $10, Admission with ice skating and tubing $40
When: Nov. 27 to Jan. 3
Where: Truist Field, 324 S. Mint Street, Charlotte, NC
Carowinds Winterfest
Winterfest at Carowinds offers ice skating, live holiday shows, a daily parade and more in a winter wonderland theme. Guests can expect rides, activities, a curated holiday menu — with cocktails available — and a giant Christmas tree.
What we love: There’s something for everyone — cocktails for the adults, cookie decorating for kids and lots of photo opportunities for the whole family.
Average Cost: Admission starts at $19 for young children and $29 for people over 13. Food, ice skating and some other special activities inside vary in cost.
When: Select dates Nov. 15 to Jan. 4, 2025
Where: Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Boulevard
Text Us: Text Us: 833.546.7832
Credits:
Created with images by Gina Sanders - "Adventkranz zu Weihnachten" • doomu - "Flat Icon Calendar December 2024. 3d Rendering" • nali - "happy birthday label" • 5D Media - "Cute Little African American Girl wearing red winter clothing near Christmas display "