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Welcome to the Langley Avenue Church of God Website!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Our Virtual Worship Service will begin at 11:00 AM. (CDT).<\/strong>
You can view the livestream service on our website<\/a>, Facebook<\/a>, or YouTube<\/a> Channel.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Happy Holidays!<\/strong>
“And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.” Luke 2:7<\/strong>

2024 Theme: VISIBLE FRUIT \u2013 <\/strong>\u201cBut the fruit of the Spirit is\u2026\u201d.<\/strong><\/em> Galatians 5:22A<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Langley\u2019s In-Person Worship Services
<\/strong>You are welcome to visit and worship with us in-person. Invite your friends and family. Masks are optional. If you are ill please be mindful of others and remain home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do You Need Prayer?
Join Langley\u2019s Prayer Line\u2026<\/strong>The Langley Prayer Line is staffed by Langley Avenue COG ministers and prayer team members. Call in with prayer requests, to connect, to pray together and for any other needs. Let us shelter under the mighty wings of God.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Note the available day and time for prayer:<\/strong>
Monday prayer<\/strong> 6:15 AM \u2013 6:45 AM and 12:15 PM \u2013 12:45 PM
Wednesday prayer<\/strong> 6:15 AM \u2013 6:45 AM and 11:15 PM -12 Noon
Friday prayer<\/strong> 6:15 AM \u2013 6:45 AM

Langley\u2019s Prayer Line:<\/strong>
1-267-807-9495<\/strong>
Access code: 471-150-100#<\/strong>

Ways to Give<\/a><\/strong>
Postal Mail<\/strong>\u2013 Langley Avenue Church of God, 710 E. 62nd St., Chicago, IL 60637
Zelle<\/strong> \u2013 langleycog@att.net<\/p>\n\n\n

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Celebrating Christmas<\/strong>
30 Ideas for a Christ-Centered Christmas*<\/strong>
You want your family\u2019s focus during Christmas to be on the birth of Jesus, which is the whole reason why we celebrate Christmas.\u00a0 So, what can you do to help your family have a\u00a0Christ-centered Christmas? Here<\/a> are 30 activities you can do with your family to keep Christ at the center of your Christmas

Christmas Activities That Focus on Jesus<\/strong>**
Are you looking for ideas to help keep your children focused on the reason for the Christmas season? Here<\/a> are activities that parents have done to help their families celebrate the birth of our Savior or draw closer together as a family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christmas Traditions Your Whole Family Will Love<\/strong>***
No matter what time of year it is, we usually always count down the days to some holiday or event. It isn\u2019t because we expect something grand either. We waited expectantly because we relished the memory of what is special about the holiday or event. Many of these memories become family traditions because the moment is so special to us. Here<\/a> are five simple Christmas activities that could possibly become family traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acknowledgements:<\/strong>
On behalf of our Senior Pastor Cynthia Thomas, our Associate Pastor Mario Jenkins, The Ministerial Staff, the Deacon Board, and every member of the Langley Avenue Church of God Family, We extend our sincere thanks to the following Trustees who are retiring from serving our church: Bro. Marlon Jenkins, Chairperson; Sis. Patricia Sandy Payne; Sis. Vanessa Weatherly, and Sis. Iranell Spann.<\/strong> Thank you for your dedicated service to our church community. Your commitment to guiding our church with wisdom and faithfulness is deeply appreciated.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Announcements:<\/u><\/strong>
We come together for our all-church season of fasting and prayer at the beginning of the new year<\/strong>. For 2025, the first day is Monday, January 6th, and the final day is Friday, February 14th<\/strong>. We look forward to continuously thanking God for His blessings, as we position ourselves to become closer to Him.

The Langley Avenue Church of God Children & Teen Ministries invite you to “It Happened One Night” and our Christmas Tree Program<\/strong> on Sunday, December 22nd at 3 PM at the Langley Avenue Church of God, 6159 S. Langley Avenue. Join us for Soup N Songs, immediately following morning service (approximately 12: 30 PM). Hope to see you there! Please contact Min. Micole Jenkins, Sis. Chaundrea Jenkins or Sis. Aryn Silas for more information.

The Women’s Ministry of the Langley Avenue Church of God gathered for a Holiday Luncheon<\/strong> on December 7, 2024 at S2 Grill in Chicago. The women fellowshipped together while sharing a meal. What a wonderful time they had in the Lord!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you to all those who attended the annual Christmas skit and concert at the South Suburban Church of God<\/strong> on Sunday, December 8, 2024 in Homewood, Illinois. This year’s theme is “Once In Royal David’s City Celebrating ‘God’s Royal Gift’ – known by no other name than – Jesus! Come and enjoy this wonderful fellowship”!<\/em> Pastor Mario and Minister Michelle Jenkins represented Langley Avenue COG well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Call to Prayer <\/strong>every Sunday morning for our local youth ministry and the leadership and direction of the National Inspirational Youth Convention (NIYC). View the Presiding Elder Clifton McDowell’s<\/a> appeal to pray for NIYC as they plan for the next convention in 2025. Get involved and participate as we live out Psalms 78:4 and Joel 1. <\/p>\n\n\n

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We will not hide them from their descendants;
    we will tell the next generation
the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord,
    his power, and the wonders he has done. <\/strong>
—Psalms 78:4, NIV<\/em><\/strong>

NIYC’s call to action<\/a><\/strong> asks that you 1.<\/strong> stay connected<\/a>, 2. <\/strong>pray and 3. <\/strong>share your suggestions and comments at niyc.org\/contact<\/strong><\/a> as they plan for the 2025 Convention. This is the time to share your innovative thoughts. Think Big! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

General Information:<\/u><\/strong>
Free Covid Test <\/strong>
Americans can once again order free at-home COVID.gov\/tests<\/a> from the federal government ahead of the upcoming respiratory virus season. Four tests will be shipped free by USPS, starting September 30.

Save the Date:<\/u><\/strong>
National Association Seniors Ministry invite you to a Senior Prayer Gathering<\/strong> – When<\/strong>: Every 3rd Saturday; Time<\/strong>: 6pm CST; How<\/strong>: Dial 605-313-5874 | Access Code: 738066#; We invite special speakers to participate each month. Join us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Association of the Church of God (NACOG) MidYear Retreat 2025<\/strong>; When<\/strong>: March 4-6, 2025; Where<\/strong>: Charlotte, NC; Register<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Association of the Church of God 2025 Camp Meeting <\/strong>will take place July 27 – August 3, 2025 on Zion’s Hill in West Middlesex, PA.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Credits:<\/strong>
Unsplash
National Association of the Church of God (NACOG)
*30 Ideas for a Christ-Centered Christmas<\/a><\/strong>
**Christmas Activities That Focus on Jesus<\/a><\/strong>
***Christmas Traditions Your Whole Family Will Love<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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