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Women’s Bible Study
Next gathering · 6:30–8 pm
Every other Wednesday · Study God’s Word together.
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This week at Cedar Creek
October 27 · Central TimeComing up
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Men’s Breakfast
Next gathering · 8–9:30 am
Fourth Saturday of the month · Breakfast, Bible study, and discussion.
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Cedar Creek Seniors
Next gathering · 11:30 am
Ages 60+ · First Thursday of the month · A meal, songs, fun, a lesson, and discussion. $10 suggested; not required.
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CSM Youth Night
Next gathering · 6:30 pm at Portview Church
Grades 6–12 · Wednesdays · Worship, Bible teaching, small groups, and games.
EVERY OTHERTUE
Young Adults
Next gathering · 6:30 pm at Cedar Creek
Ages 18–30 · Worship, fellowship, Bible study, and encouragement.
OCTOBER23–24
CSM Fall Break Away
An overnight retreat with worship, guest speaker Evan Pierquet, games, and time together.
OCTOBER31
Trunk or Treat
3–5 pm · Bring candy donations and sign up to host a trunk.
OCTOBER30
Women’s Craft Night
6:30–8:30 pm · Bring your own craft project and enjoy an evening creating together.
DECEMBER9
Women’s Craft & Christmas Card Night
6:30 pm · Enjoy an evening of crafts and Christmas cards together.
DECEMBER14
Women’s Christmas Ornament & Cookie Exchange
6:30 pm · Bring an ornament for an exchange game and six dozen cookies to share. Head home with a wonderful variety of cookies from the group.
DECEMBER13
Vision Service
10 am · During Sunday worship
Celebrate what God has done this past year and look ahead with excitement to what’s next for our church family.
NOVEMBER14
Serve with Mr. Bob’s Under the Bridge
7:45–9:00 am · Downtown Milwaukee
Help distribute warm clothing to our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
See all events for ways to connect.
Worthy of Worship
God’s mercy invites us to offer our whole lives to Him. Explore this week’s message on your own, with your family, or with your JOY Group.
What we talked about
Who deserves our worship?
Before Paul calls us to offer our lives to God, he points us to God’s mercy. In Exodus, God reminded His people that He had rescued them before calling them to worship Him alone. In Jesus, God has shown us mercy and welcomed us into His family. Our worship begins as a grateful response to what He has done.
What is true worship?
Worship includes singing, but it reaches into every part of life. Romans 12 invites us to offer ourselves as a living sacrifice: our words, work, relationships, time, and resources. We do not offer our lives to earn forgiveness; Jesus has already given Himself for us. We respond to His mercy with trust and obedience.
How do we live lives of worship?
The habits around us can shape us toward comparison, consumption, and approval. God renews our minds as we return to His truth. Gratitude, generosity, rest, Scripture, prayer, and community can redirect our attention to Him. Ask yourself: What habits strengthen the things competing for my trust? What practice could help me return my attention to God?
A WEEK OF GROWTH
Daily devotionals
Take a few minutes each day to read, reflect, pray, and put your faith into practice.
Your reflections stay on this device and may be lost if browser data is cleared.Choose Print or Save as PDF in your device’s print menu.Day 1 Mercy comes first
Read: Romans 12:1–2
Paul’s invitation to worship begins with God’s mercy. Before considering what you will offer, remember what God has already given you in Jesus.
Pray: Father, thank You for welcoming me through Jesus. Let gratitude shape my response to You.
Take action: Write down one way you have experienced God’s mercy and thank Him for it.
Day 2 Rescued for relationship
Read: Exodus 20:1–3
God reminded Israel of His rescue before calling them to worship Him alone. His people could trust the God who had brought them out of slavery.
Pray: Lord, remind me of Your faithfulness and help me give You first place.
Take action: Share one reminder of God’s faithfulness with someone today.
Day 3 Loved before we earned it
Read: Romans 5:6–8
God’s love is shown in Christ’s death for us while we were still sinners. Our worship is a response to grace, not an attempt to earn it.
Pray: Jesus, thank You for loving me and giving Yourself for me. Help me receive Your grace.
Take action: Pause before one task today and remember that God’s love is not a reward for your performance.
Day 4 No condemnation in Christ
Read: Romans 8:1–4
In Christ, those who belong to Him are no longer under condemnation. Forgiveness gives us freedom to respond to God with trust rather than fear.
Pray: Father, thank You for forgiveness in Christ. Teach me to live in the freedom of Your grace.
Take action: When you remember a failure today, bring it to God in prayer and thank Him for His mercy.
Day 5 A living sacrifice
Read: Romans 12:1
Offering our lives to God includes ordinary choices: how we speak, work, spend, and pay attention to others. These moments can express our love for Him.
Pray: Lord, my life belongs to You. Help me honor You in my ordinary choices.
Take action: Choose one ordinary interaction today and respond with patience, generosity, or undivided attention.
Day 6 A renewed mind
Read: Romans 12:2
Repeated habits shape what we pay attention to and desire. God renews our minds as we turn to His truth and learn to recognize His good ways.
Pray: God, renew my mind. Help me notice the voices shaping me and return to Your truth.
Take action: Set aside a few minutes normally spent scrolling to read Romans 12:1–2 and pray.
Day 7 Worship in community
Read: Hebrews 10:24–25
Following Jesus is a shared life. Gathering with other believers helps us encourage one another toward love and good works.
Pray: Father, thank You for Your church family. Help us encourage one another to love and serve.
Take action: Send a word of encouragement to someone in your church family or invite them to connect.
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MONTHLY CHALLENGENOVEMBER 2026 · PARTICIPATE IN GOD’S GOODNESS
Gather in gratitude.
Whenever you share a meal with others, invite everyone around the table to share something they’re grateful for.
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Serve our community.
Cedar Creek service opportunities
Join our church family in serving our neighbors.
OCTOBER31
Trunk or Treat
3–5 pm · Bring candy donations and sign up to host a trunk.
NOVEMBER14
Serve with Mr. Bob’s Under the Bridge
7:45–9:00 am · Downtown Milwaukee
Help distribute warm clothing to our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
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Community partners
Explore volunteer and giving opportunities with these Cedar Creek–approved local partners.
Family Sharing
A food pantry and resale boutique helping address hunger in Ozaukee County.
Mr. Bob’s Under the Bridge
Offers basic necessities and connection to neighbors experiencing homelessness.
Seed of Hope
Offers pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and support for parents.
Mel’s Charities
Supports local nonprofits, individuals with disabilities, and community projects.
Adult Literacy Center of Ozaukee County
Provides individualized tutoring to help adults grow in literacy and life skills.
A LITTLE ROOM TO GROW
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