Well we rocked, we rolled, we ATE PIZZA! Yep we had an incredible Christmas pizza party last night and it was tha bomb! Grant Stegall, our fearless new discipleship minister sort of introduced himself last night in a “get to know Grant” message. We are so excited to have Grant and Amber here on staff at Desoto Hills Baptist and we want the students to feel like they can approach any of our staff members to hang out, chill, or talk. Thanks to all the parents who helped bake sweets for the party and serve! Here’s what happened last night! Candy Cane Countdown Video -Undignified Meet/Greet -Beautiful One -Facedown Meet Grant Stegall Pizza Christmas Party

Ok, I’m so sorry if you missed last night but OH MAN it was tha Bomb! We perhaps had one of the most amazing worship services we’ve had in a while. Michael poured out his heart about the direction he feels God is taking our youth group under his leadership. I blew out my vocal chords this week due to a nasty cold, but the group stepped up and sang out loud, it was great! We’ll have a Christmas party next Wednesday night and you’ll get the chance to hear from Grant Stegall get to know him a little better. Here’s last night’s lineup! Countdown Video (Trivia with Cheese) -Carol Of The Bells -Mercy Is Falling Meet/Greet Needle Winner (Grant) -Yes You Have Name That Tune (TV Tunes) -Give Us Clean Hands -Rescue Message (Michael B.)

Well we had a somewhat small crowd due to the Christmas rehearsal tonight but none the less Mr. Newton did an amazing job. We are so grateful for his willingness to help lead our Wednesday night services this fall. I hope to see all of you this coming Wednesday night as we have the opportunity to meet and hear Micheal for the time, we want to make a great impression so make sure you attend next week. Here’s what happened last night! -At The Name -Made To Worship -Nothing But The Blood -Fire Fall Down -At The Name Message “Ed Newton”

In Nicaragua, we’re not just building a house, we’re fulfilling a dream for families…the dream of owning a REAL HOME! With your support and in cooperation with Life Outreach International, our Homes for LIFE outreach will build 300 brand new homes for families and children living in extreme poverty. These concrete homes are built to last a minimum of 25 years in the roughest weather conditions. To provide a home for only $3,600 means your gift goes a long way

• $30 will help provide shelter, water and food for 3 months
• $60 will help provide shelter, water and food for 6 months
• $120 will help provide a home for a family for an entire year
• $1200 can be combined with two other gifts to help sponsor a new home, water and food
• $3600 will help sponsor a new home for a family, provide a lifetime of clean water and food for a year

Facts About Nicaragua: 50% of the population in Nicaragua lives in overcrowded housing with 3 or more people per room. Most do not own their own houses. 83% of the homes are self-constructed and built from scrap and other discarded materials. 43% have earthen floors. 75% of the targeted population is malnourished. 27% of the children are underweight, comparable to areas in central and eastern Africa. The dirt floors and unclean water create a cycle of deteriorating health. Ear, eye and skin infections are prevalent in children and many of the water sources are contaminated, leading to cholera, dysentery and, in some cases, death. Good housing provides the first steps toward better health and a better family life. Project HOPE homes will shelter a family from the environment with concrete floors, solid walls and a reliable roof, providing a place of rest and safety.