Wednesday's Word
Our small group gathered together last night by our Christmas tree to study John and drink coffee…and ended up talking a lot about this upcoming weekend and Baptism Sunday!
I can’t think of a better picture of death–or of resurrection–than baptism. The public element, with family, friends and church around us, just adds a level of sacredness to the powerful testimony. When we see someone being baptized, we’re watching a physical moving picture of what has happened to that person spiritually!
We are as dead to our sins, represented in baptism, as Jesus was dead on the cross. As He was raised, our souls have been raised from the dead to eternal life. When we place our faith in Jesus, we are spiritually right there with Him on the cross, in the grave, and walking out of the tomb in newness of life.
Wellspring, we get to be a part of that (and welcoming new members and celebrating Harry Easley’s life and celebrating the joy of His salvation and slowing down for Blue Christmas) on Sunday.
Whew! It’s a great day to be the church.
Pastor Matt
UPCOMING EVENTS
- See you tonight for Wellspring Wednesday! Join us tonight from 6-7:15 for adult Bible study and Kid’s Club! Youth, meet at Cane’s Madison at 6 for dinner and Manger Mission shopping!
- Wellspring Cookbook Available NOW! $25 cash or check only, available every day in the office 9-3 pm and on Sundays and December events! What a wonderful Christmas gift idea!
- Gluckstadt Christmas Parade (12.13) If you’re interested in helping prepare or walking in the parade to give out flyers, candy and represent Wellspring, contact Chelsea Turner (601) 720-2443 and be to Germantown High School by 8:15 AM.
- Manger Mission Gifts Dec. 15-17! All Manger Mission gifts need to be wrapped and placed in the family box Dec. 15-17. All items will be delivered to MadCAAP Dec. 19th!
- Service for Harry Easley, December 14th. Wellspring Church, visitation 1:30, service at 2 PM.
- Blue Christmas – December 14, 6PM. Join us for a quiet, reflective service for anyone who finds the holiday season difficult, or who needs a peaceful pause in this busy season. Bring a friend you’ve prayed for this year!
- Christmas Carols, Cocoa and Cookies – December 17th, 6PM. Join us for a warm and festive evening of singing your favorite Christmas carols, sipping hot cocoa, and celebrating the hope and joy of Jesus’ birth together! This is a simple, meaningful, family-friendly event open to everyone — so bring your friends, neighbors, and holiday cheer!
- Christmas Eve Services – 4PM and 6PM
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Visitation Team. If you’re interested in making phone or physical visits to congregation members, let Ann know you’d like to be part of the Congregational Care Ministry Team!
- Pledge Cards. You can still submit your pledge cards for 2026! Grab one from the cradenza in the foyer and drop in the offering plate.
- Homebound Communion Help. If you’d like to help serve homebound communion the week following the first Sunday of each month, contact Ann (601) 506-4364.
- Sew Blessed is NOT meeting in November or December!
- Devoted Ladies Bible Study is independently reading “The Gospel Comes with a House Key” followed by a book discussion in January.
Church Directory. Wellspring officially has a directory! Access it by downloading the app, Instant Church Directory, or in your web browser at http://members.instantchurchdirectory.com. Contact Chelsea Turner at 601-720-2443 for any questions or issues!
Emergency Response Team. We now have an active Emergency Response Team in place to help ensure everyone’s safety. Contact Rob at (601) 668-4574 to help or with questions!
Parking. As we continue to grow, please leave prime parking spots for those who need them most! Thank you!
We Need a Church Historian. If you are interested in becoming the Church Historian, or if you have questions, please contact Kim @ (601) 594-6740.
Office Angel. There is ONE open Office Angel spots to fill if you are interested in volunteering weekly in the church office! We need help Friday afternoon 12-3. Contact Laura Leon (601) 218-3685.
Prayer Requests and Prayer Team. If you have prayer requests, updates or praises for the Wellspring Weekly Prayer Guide, please share with Ann White (601) 506-4364. Monday’s weekly prayer meeting lifts up these items for prayer, as do the Prayer Team (join the prayer team by texting Stacey, 601-397-7400) and many others throughout the week!
Our Wellspring Kids need you! Please contact Stacey Ayars (601) 397-7400 with questions or if you are interested in investing in our Wellspring Kids once a month!
GMC Updates. To subscribe to the latest information from the GMC, you can subscribe through their website, under “Stay Connected”
Sunday's Sermon
Next Week's Service
UPCOMING SERMON
WORSHIP SETLIST
- Go, Tell it on the Mountain!
- Angels from the Realms of Glory
- How Many Kings
- Behold Our God
CALENDAR
WELLSPRING KIDS
Birth–5th Graders
If you’ve been missing Sunday school at 9 am, there is a class of peers praying for you to join them! Grades 1-5, Kid’s Room. Ages 2-5, Toddler Room. Ages 0-2, Infant’s Room
- Special needs assistance with kiddos IS available during the worship service! Text Stacey, (601) 397-7400
- Wellspring Kids! will be singing a special song during the service on December 21st. Bring your little ones for practice every Sunday from 9:45-10 am.
- Our annual Happy Birthday Jesus! party for our Wellspring Kids will be held during the Sunday school hour, December 21st.
STUDENT MINISTRY
6th–12th Graders
- Sundays @ 9 am – Join us in the youth room for Sunday school
- December 10 : Eat at Canes then shop for Manger Mission! Bring money for food and $20 for Manger Mission gifts!
- Christmas Party, December 21st at 5 pm. Bring a $20 gift to exchange, and something yummy to share.
- TOGETHER WEEKEND is coming up January 30-February 1st! Keep an eye out for signups and details.
