"Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” -Carl Sagan After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” (Matthew 2:1-2) Do I have Clarity about where I’m headed and what I’m following? When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. 4. When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. 5. “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written: 6.“‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’ 7 Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time the star had appeared. 8 He sent them to Bethlehem and said, “Go and search carefully for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him.” Matthew 2:3-8 …Throw off everything that holds us back and the sin that so easily entangles us. (Hebrews 12:1) Do I know what holds me back from living the life I want After they had heard the king, the Magi went on their way, and the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. (Matthew 2:9-10) “they went on their way…and look, the star they had seen before now went ahead of them and led them to the place where Jesus was.” Throw off everything that holds us back and the sin that so easily entangles us. And then let us run with perseverance the race that is ahead of us (Hebrews 12) Do I know what drives me forward? Matthew 2:11 “On coming to the house, they (Magi) saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him.” Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold and of incense and of myrrh. (Matthew 2:11b) And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route. (Matthew 2:12) Throw off everything that holds us back and the sin that so easily entangles us. And then let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the creator and perfecter of our faith (Hebrews 12:2) Does what I seek in my life have eternal significance? "Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” 26 Lift up your eyes and look to the heavens: Who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one and calls forth each of them by name. Because of his great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing. Isaiah 40:26 WEST RIDGE PROGRAM Christmas Eve Services Celebrate the meaning of Christmas on Sunday,December 24th at 9:00 am,10:30 am,and 12:00 pm in our auditorium or online. Project: Share Generously | West Ridge Cares believes that God uses our resources to change lives. When we grow to care about the things God cares about, we use whatever He’s given us to accomplish his purpose for our world. Check out all they ways to care here. TOY SALE | FOOD FOR LOCAL FAMILIES | BLESSING TREE Breakfast with Santa | Santa’s Sleigh is stopping by West Ridge on Saturday, December 16th from 8:30 am – 10:30 am. Families can stop by and take a picture with Santa before his sleigh leaves. You can also take some time to write the “Big Guy” a letter, play a fun Christmas game, and eat a delicious breakfast in the Cafe. RSVP HERE Well-Watered Women's Retreat | As women, we need opportunities to hit “pause” on our daily rhythms and gather together to be encouraged, equipped, and strengthened in our faith. Join us for our retreat this March 15 – 17th. Early Bird registration is open now. Tuesday Night Tune-up | Are Sunday services enough for you? Might a deeper and relational mid-week “tune-up” experience be that one thing you find lacking as you go through the sometimes muddy waters of this thing we call life? We meet weekly at 7:00 pm at West Ridge. REGISTER HERE Faith and Fellowship - The Women of West Ridge ministry exists to provide women the opportunity to intentionally grow in their faith. Come be intentional: Show up twice a month and build connections with other women. Have a safe place to share, to pray, to learn, and to encourage one another.We will meet on the second and fourth Mondays of every month at 7:00 pm in the Cafe starting Monday, September 11th. REGISTER HERE WR Cares Meals team - Does one meal make a difference in someone's life? If you have walked through a hard season, you know some of the most basic things can make you feel loved and seen. If you are interested in serving in this way click here and choose WR Cares. Interested in taking your next step in Journey - Register here - we would love to help. DISCOVER YOUR INNER BARISTA TODAY! The Café is looking for a few friendly faces. No coffee drinking experience is necessary! This is a great opportunity for families looking to volunteer together (8th grade and up). Also, for High School students this barista opportunity looks great on a college application and the West Ridge Cafe can also provide you with volunteer credit. Details here The Center for the Arts | (CFA) offers lessons to all ages and skill levels by mature, experienced and highly skilled musicians who are currently involved in the music at West Ridge and active as performers. For more information about Private Lessons click here. West Ridge Connection Card | Do you have a prayer request, recently moved, changed numbers or your e-mail address? Let us know below. Or if you would like more information about West Ridge, please click here. Give Online | Giving at West Ridge is out of gratitude to God, not out of obligation. Give via the app by clicking the GIVE icon below. WEST RIDGE PROGRAM Christmas Eve Services Celebrate the meaning of Christmas on Sunday,December 24th at 9:00 am,10:30 am,and 12:00 pm in our auditorium or online. Nica Angels Christmas Dinner Baskets - West Ridge wants to show our love and support to the families we sponsor in Nicaragua by continuing to provide our annual Christmas Dinner baskets. CLICK HERE Student Christmas Party - Students join us on Sunday, December 17th from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm for our Christmas Party. RSVP HERE **Men's Breakfast **- Our next monthly Men’s breakfast will be held in the café on Saturday, December 9th. Our time will run from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. to hear, learn, and share together. There is a $10.00 fee that can be paid when registering or at the breakfast. Please pre-register Project: Share Generously | West Ridge Cares believes that God uses our resources to change lives. When we grow to care about the things God cares about, we use whatever He’s given us to accomplish his purpose for our world. Check out all they ways to care here. TOY SALE | FOOD FOR LOCAL FAMILIES | BLESSING TREE Breakfast with Santa | Santa’s Sleigh is stopping by West Ridge on Saturday, December 16th from 8:30 am – 10:30 am. Families can stop by and take a picture with Santa before his sleigh leaves. You can also take some time to write the “Big Guy” a letter, play a fun Christmas game, and eat a delicious breakfast in the Cafe. RSVP HERE Well-Watered Women's Retreat | As women, we need opportunities to hit “pause” on our daily rhythms and gather together to be encouraged, equipped, and strengthened in our faith. Join us for our retreat this March 15 – 17th. Early Bird registration is open now. Tuesday Night Tune-up | Are Sunday services enough for you? Might a deeper and relational mid-week “tune-up” experience be that one thing you find lacking as you go through the sometimes muddy waters of this thing we call life? We meet weekly at 7:00 pm at West Ridge. REGISTER HERE Faith and Fellowship - The Women of West Ridge ministry exists to provide women the opportunity to intentionally grow in their faith. Come be intentional: Show up twice a month and build connections with other women. Have a safe place to share, to pray, to learn, and to encourage one another.We will meet on the second and fourth Mondays of every month at 7:00 pm in the Cafe starting Monday, September 11th. REGISTER HERE WR Cares Meals team - Does one meal make a difference in someone's life? If you have walked through a hard season, you know some of the most basic things can make you feel loved and seen. If you are interested in serving in this way click here and choose WR Cares. Interested in taking your next step in Journey - Register here - we would love to help. DISCOVER YOUR INNER BARISTA TODAY! The Café is looking for a few friendly faces. No coffee drinking experience is necessary! This is a great opportunity for families looking to volunteer together (8th grade and up). Also, for High School students this barista opportunity looks great on a college application and the West Ridge Cafe can also provide you with volunteer credit. Details here The Center for the Arts | (CFA) offers lessons to all ages and skill levels by mature, experienced and highly skilled musicians who are currently involved in the music at West Ridge and active as performers. For more information about Private Lessons click here. West Ridge Connection Card | Do you have a prayer request, recently moved, changed numbers or your e-mail address? Let us know below. Or if you would like more information about West Ridge, please click here. Give Online | Giving at West Ridge is out of gratitude to God, not out of obligation. Give via the app by clicking the GIVE icon below.