New Day Church
KETTERING, Ohio - New Day Church (www.newdaysbc.com)
“The beauty of Bring a Gift to Jesus is that it encourages all ages to think creatively and more deeply about ways we can honor Jesus on His birthday,” Jude said. “At a time when gifts are on everyone’s mind, this individual expression helps insure that we keep Jesus as the central focus.”
Instead of selecting a church-wide project, Bring a Gift to Jesus is a day of open designations and gift giving, allowing members to decide how they will honor Christ. Church members place their gifts on the altar in a worship celebration that mimics the wise men’s journey to Jesus.
“But it’s not all about money or even serving others. It’s about getting our hearts right for this most important season,” Jude said. “I’ve seen children place crayon drawings or crafts that they made for Jesus on the altar. A boys’ mission education group once brought in several bikes. Children’s furniture was donated at one church to a family that lost their house to fire a few days before. All these are gifts from the heart, too, just as is a monetary gift to world missions.”
Since implementing Bring a Gift to Jesus, the practice has been replicated in other Christian churches and denominations. To further assist, Jude will offer a webinar and materials to facilitate the process for interested churches.
About New Day Church SBC
New Day Church SBC was planted in March 2009 with the intent to serve as a simple church within the complex world of Ohio’s Miami Valley. Led by veteran Pastor Barry Jude www.broadlf.com/
Contact: Barry Jude, 937.470.2045
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