STANDING STONE BIBLE
WEEKLY
December 30, 2025
New Year's Edition
We added a new waterfall feature in the front entrance yesterday. You can see in the picture.
I thought it turned out well. Reminds me of the water rides at the amusement parks where, just in case you don't get wet during the ride, they drench you with a waterfall near the end. Fun!
Yes - we had a pipe burst. Above the entrance... and flooding through the narthex, down into the basement. The fire crew (it was the fire suppressant water pipes) was GREAT! Truly. In the picture you can see they are bringing in a tarp to re-direct water OUT the entrance - thus a river through the parking lot. Do be careful the next few days as there is a river of ice still.
We had a few SSB folks show up to help with some immediate water clean up. THANKS! We now have a restoration crew to dry us up - and another crew that is fixing the leak (and the "why" the leak happened). Again, fun!
For those keeping score - the last flood was at the end (New Year's Eve) of 2012. We are still planning on having church on Sunday but, in advance, please excuse our mess.
I thought it turned out well. Reminds me of the water rides at the amusement parks where, just in case you don't get wet during the ride, they drench you with a waterfall near the end. Fun!
Yes - we had a pipe burst. Above the entrance... and flooding through the narthex, down into the basement. The fire crew (it was the fire suppressant water pipes) was GREAT! Truly. In the picture you can see they are bringing in a tarp to re-direct water OUT the entrance - thus a river through the parking lot. Do be careful the next few days as there is a river of ice still.
We had a few SSB folks show up to help with some immediate water clean up. THANKS! We now have a restoration crew to dry us up - and another crew that is fixing the leak (and the "why" the leak happened). Again, fun!
For those keeping score - the last flood was at the end (New Year's Eve) of 2012. We are still planning on having church on Sunday but, in advance, please excuse our mess.
The elevator shaft became a mini-swimming pool. 6-inches of standing water.
THIS WEEK
Here are the highlights of classes and events THIS week
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED - This week, the church office will AGAIN be closed, this time on Thursday.
Mens' Advance - This Saturday morning, join us for the annual advance as we desire to advance in our walk going into 2026. Men, bring your sons... bring a friend... bring a brother in Christ. Coffee is at 7am. Breakfast will be served at 7:30am. Speaker and worship begins at 8am. We will wrap up shortly after 9am.
Communion - Sunday is our time of sharing communion. We'll also have a Pot Trust (not luck) meal following - join us!
Mens' Advance - This Saturday morning, join us for the annual advance as we desire to advance in our walk going into 2026. Men, bring your sons... bring a friend... bring a brother in Christ. Coffee is at 7am. Breakfast will be served at 7:30am. Speaker and worship begins at 8am. We will wrap up shortly after 9am.
Communion - Sunday is our time of sharing communion. We'll also have a Pot Trust (not luck) meal following - join us!
upcoming events
Make note of the classes and events available in the near future
Clean Up - With the damage, we may need some extra clean up help over the next week or two. We don't have any ideas WHEN yet but we'll keep you posted if any can help.
OASis 2026 - Wednesday nights start up again on January 7th. There is something for everyone on these nights...come not just for yourself but to serve and encourage others.
Popcorn Event - We will be watching the documentary "Truth Rising" on Friday evening , the 16th. Join us and bring some friends.
The Living Room - Yep, we are continuing into 2026. Join us on Friday night the 23rd at Turtle Doves in Gretna... coffee, games, music.
OASis 2026 - Wednesday nights start up again on January 7th. There is something for everyone on these nights...come not just for yourself but to serve and encourage others.
Popcorn Event - We will be watching the documentary "Truth Rising" on Friday evening , the 16th. Join us and bring some friends.
The Living Room - Yep, we are continuing into 2026. Join us on Friday night the 23rd at Turtle Doves in Gretna... coffee, games, music.
Prayer Prods
- Kathy A - overcame pneumonia... surgery scheduled on Jan 21st.
- Joe is home! Prayer for continued healing and wisdom for their days ahead.
- Gerald & Joanie (hospice)
- Katie Y - her long wait until April surgery and still trying to get around
- Lacy S's high school friend - unresponsive and on life-support. This is her best friend in school.
