As we enter this beautiful holiday season, let’s embrace love, joy, and kindness together! Remember, Thanksgiving and Christmas isn’t just about the food, festive decorations, or gifts; it’s about spreading goodwill and showing compassion to one another. Here are three Bible verses to inspire you this holiday season:

1. **1 John 4:19** - “We love because He first loved us.”  
   Let this reminder guide your heart to share love abundantly!

2. **Galatians 6:9** - “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”  
   Keep spreading kindness, even when it feels tough!

3. **Romans 15:13** - “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”  
   Allow the hope of Christ to overflow in your life this season!

As we gather for our sermon series for "Counting Every Blessing" for November and "Ugly Christmas Sweater" for December, let’s focus on the inner beauty that reflects thankfulnes and Christ’s love in our lives. Wishing you a season filled with joy, warmth, and blessings!

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Dear Church Family and Friends,

As we look back on the incredible journey we’ve shared this year, we are filled with gratitude. With your generosity, we began in July with a $10,000 goal to pay off our church’s remaining debt—and now we are just $4,500 away from reaching that goal!

This milestone isn’t just about finances; it represents a future of freedom for our church to serve even more deeply, to reach more people, and to extend our impact in ways we’ve only dreamed of. We’re asking you to prayerfully consider being part of this final push. Whether through a one-time gift or a monthly pledge, every dollar brings us closer to fulfilling this vision.

Let’s come together as a community to reach this goal by December 31st, 2024, and celebrate the new year debt-free, ready to embrace the next chapter God has in store for us. Thank you for your prayers, your faith, and your continued support. With all our hearts, we thank you for your generosity.

With gratitude,

Pastor Justin L .Hardcastle, DSL

Join Us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Celebration!

When:** Friday, November 15, 2024  
Time:** 7:00 PM  
Where:** River of Life 229 Windsor St., South Hill, VA 23970

Come join us to watch the beloved *Charlie Brown Thanksgiving* and get creative with a community craft demonstration in the church entryway, visible for all throughout November! 

Participate in making this amazing design come to life and share it with your family and friends. 

Enjoy some great snacks and family fun for everyone! This is a perfect opportunity to relax and connect with others in the community. 

Don't miss out on this wonderful evening!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Join us for a fun and meaningful series this December! Every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., we’ll be diving into our "Ugly Christmas Sweater" sermon series!

Have you ever attended an Ugly Christmas sweater party? It’s all about those hilarious and hideous fashion moments! But let’s flip the script—what if, beneath the ugly sweaters, we’re hiding ugly thoughts and motives? This series is all about reflecting on how our inner selves can impact our words and actions. 

We’ll explore how to embrace love, kindness, and goodwill towards one another this holiday season. Each sermon is customizable, complete with powerful multimedia to enhance our experience together!

**Sundays in December 2024**  
**Time:** 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  

Don’t miss out on the chance to spread joy and learn what truly matters this Christmas!

We'll also be having an Ugly Christmas Sweater prize each Sunday.

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** You're Invited to River of Life's Annual Christmas Dinner! **

Celebrate the holiday season with us on **December 1st at 3:00 p.m.**! Join us for an afternoon filled with delicious food, festive cheer, and wonderful company. 

** Location:** River of Life Community Church

** RSVP Now!** To secure your spot, please respond by sending us the following information by **November 24th**:

1. Number in party  
2. Phone number  
3. Email address  
4. Address  

You can RSVP by texting **434-262-6488** or emailing **info@rolsouthhill.org**.

We look forward to celebrating with you!  

**Warm wishes,  
The River of Life Team**

**Join Us for the South Hill Christmas Hometown Tree Lighting!**

Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the City of South Hill’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on **Friday, December 6th, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.** in **Christmas Corner**!

** Special Music Performance:** Enjoy live music by **Clay Mottley** starting at **5:30 p.m.**  
** Fireworks:** Don’t miss the spectacular fireworks display following the tree lighting!

Bring your family and friends for an evening filled with festive cheer, community spirit, and unforgettable holiday moments. Let’s light up the night together!

We can’t wait to see you there!

**Join Us for the City of South Hill's Christmas Hometown Parade!**

Celebrate the spirit of the season with us on **Sunday, December 8th, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.** as we present the **Christmas Hometown Parade!** 

** Parade Route:** The festivities will begin at **West Danville Street** and will conclude at **N. Mecklenburg Avenue** by **First Baptist Church**.

This event promises to be a spectacular grand finale to the 2024 Hometown Christmas! Bring your loved ones, and come out to enjoy the festive floats, cheerful music, and the wonderful holiday atmosphere.

Let’s make this Christmas parade a memorable celebration together!  

We can’t wait to see you there!

Our family community movie night is open to the public. We hope your family will enjoy a time watching a movie together and enjoying some light snacks.

The Star

Movie Rating: PG

A small but brave donkey named Bo yearns for a life beyond his daily grind at the village mill. One day, he finds the courage to break free, embarking on the adventure of his dreams. On his journey, he teams up with Ruth, a lovable sheep who has lost her flock, and Dave, a dove who has lofty aspirations. Along with three camels and some eccentric stable animals, Bo and his new friends follow the Star and become accidental heroes in the greatest story ever told -- the first Christmas.