This week, we’re continuing our look at the Messianic prophecy from Isaiah 9:6, where we’ll be looking at the name “Mighty God.” In our EFCA Statement of Faith, it says "God has graciously purposed from eternity to redeem a people for Himself and to make all things new for His own glory.” That’s a summary of the story of our Mighty God. How would you summarize that story? And how does God’s story affect your story? Join us Sunday as we see the Mighty God’s plan throughout history to bring beauty from the ashes, to create a people out of a non-people, and to give sinners the opportunity to find hope and salvation in Him.

We hope you will join us in person on Sunday at 10:30 AM or watch online.

This class is the first step towards becoming a member at South Suburban. Join us this Sunday, December 7 to learn more about our denomination, and some distinctives of our church. Meet in the library following the service. Lunch will be provided. Please register ASAP using the button below.

Please click HERE to submit prayer requests. 

Our prayer team meets online Wednesday from 7:00 - 8:00 PM. You can join the meeting HERE.

You can give regularly by placing a check in the offering boxes at the back of the Auditorium, going to the South Suburban website and setting up a regular gift, or clicking on the GIVE button below. Please pray about how you can give regularly to support the great staff and many ministries God has given to us. Remember, all contributions are considered gifts and the church may use them to fulfill the continuing needs of ministry as they arise.

All giving to be counted for 2025 can be brought to church through Sunday, December 28 or must be postmarked no later than December 31. As a reminder, the church office will be closed the week between Christmas and New Years and you will not be able to drop it off at the church after the Sunday the 28th. Thank you for planning accordingly.

ONLINE GIVING:  Set up a one-time or recurring donation using the button below. If you have any questions about this platform, please reach out to Pastor Micah.

Our monthly reports will look a little different than we're used to as we are now fully up and running with Finch, the bookkeeping company we are working with. Click the button below to see an overview of our budgeted income and expenses compared to our current actuals. If you ever have questions about the finances at church please reach out to Pastor Micah. 

Join us as we focus on praying for the Williamson's this month. Click HERE to see their prayer requests.

As we enjoy the Christmas season, we have neighbors around us who are experiencing food insecurity. They don’t have enough to eat and don’t know where their next meal will come from. As God enables us, our food shelf donations help address real need in real and tangible ways. In this season of giving, we can extend the hand of Christ by helping our neighbors through challenging times.

December’s Most Needed Items: 

• Canned Meats & Fish; 
• Nut Butters (28 oz. or less); 
• Cooking Oils;
• Flour (wheat and non-wheat);
• Shelf-stable Non-Dairy Milk;
• Baking Ingredients; 
• Canned Fruits;
• Shelf-stable Fruit Juices;
• Baby Wipes; 
• Pet Supplies (food, treats, cat litter, etc.).

Other household and food staples are also useful and appreciated.  Healthy choices are welcome!
 
Thank you for remembering that donations must be nonperishable store-bought items, unopened, with current dates. Please drop off at our collection shelves in the Atrium. Paper Grocery Bags with handles and in good condition are also helpful and appreciated.

Are you in need of food? Please find more information at our collection shelves in the Atrium.
Current volunteer opportunities are posted HERE.  

Thank you for supporting our neighbors and generously participating in the ways God provides for us all.

One of the organizations that uses our facility every Christmas is “Victory is Imminent” and they are a partner of Toys for Tots. Victory is Imminent exists to share the love of God by meeting the needs of families who cannot fully support themselves. They do this throughout the year by supplying essential items and at Christmas specifically they provide presents to families that may not be able to afford extra things. Last year, over 700 families (2,093 kids) came to this event location at South Suburban and were blessed with gifts!
This year we wanted to share opportunities to volunteer with the event that will be using space here December 19 -22.

Click HERE to sign up to volunteer your time setting up, escorting shoppers, prayer team, cleaning up at the end of the event, or by making a contribution of needed supplies.  

Click HERE for the December Kids Ministry highlights.

Click HERE for a Family Advent Guide if you are interested in utilizing any part of it with your family this season. You can pick up a printed copy at the Welcome Center on Sunday.

Ladies, Bring a friend and join us tonight (12/5) for a fun evening together as we prepare our hearts for the Christmas season! We'll enjoy Simple Crafts (Gift Tags and Ornaments), Sweet and Salty Snacks, and a Christmas Reflection.
There is no cost to attend, but please register using the registration button below to let us know you're coming!

We will be collecting donations for the M.O.M.S. program. Click HERE for more information.

At the end of each year, we like to take an opportunity to say “thank you” to our staff by giving them an extra gift. If you would like to contribute to this gift and bless our staff for all the work they put in throughout the year, you can give online and select “Staff Christmas Gift” from the dropdown on our giving page or put your gift (cash or check designated for staff gift) in one of the offering boxes.
Thank you,
Elder Board

COMING UP:
Women's Christmas Event- December 5
Membership Class- December 7
Christmas Eve Service- December 24
Congregational Meeting- January 11
Click the button below for a shortcut to South Suburban's calendar of events located on the website (ssefc.org/events).

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 AM - 3 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 12 PM
The office is closed on Fridays.

Lead Pastor - Mike Strand (mikes@ssefc.org)
Associate Pastor - Micah Anderson (micaha@ssefc.org)
Facility - Eric Zaske (facilities@ssefc.org)
Kids & Family Ministries Director - Erin Rivenburg (erinr@ssefc.org)
Music & Women's Ministries Director - Tami Peterson (tami@ssefc.org)
Office Manager - Heather Nelson (heather@ssefc.org)
Youth Ministries Director - Molly Auger (molly@ssefc.org)

Please email Friday News Flash items to communication@ssefc.org by end of day on Wednesday.