Light Up My Life

THIS WEEK AT AIC
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Dear <<First Name>>,

Last week, we contemplated how we "stay salty" with prayer and gratitude to be salt of the earth. This week, we turn to Jesus' call to be "light for the world."

I am reminded of that Debby Boone song from the 1970's, "You Light Up My Life." Whether you think it's romantic, cheesy or just old, the song reminds us that certain people radiate energy and joy just by being present in our lives. When Jesus calls us to be the light of the world, it's an invitation to light up the lives of others with love.

How do we do that? How do we become that? Is it the same as being happy all the time? Does it mean darkness is bad? (Spoiler: NO and NO.) If you are looking for light in your life and want to be light to others, tune in to worship this Sunday.

Faithfully,
Pastor Jennifer

WORSHIP

Worship Online

Sunday Worship for 31 January will premiere on YouTube and Facebook at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday morning, and be available anytime after. Pastor Jennifer will bring a message about being light for the world, and Joanna Davies will bring the music.

Last Sunday's service on "salt of the earth," with a music from Jonathan Eyers and Guy Elliott, is below.

Sunday Evening Zoom Worship

This informal, half-hour service focuses on connection, community and communion. We will reflect and pray together on a scripture, then share communion. Bring wine, juice or water, and bread or cracker for communion.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84941804426?pwd=ZHhsNHFsRm5MQmZxME9yWU9IRkpwdz09
Meeting ID: 849 4180 4426
Passcode: 010892

SERVE & GIVE

Get Involved and Give Back This Winter
For more details on any of the opportunities below, contact Community Minister Jonathan Miller at jonathan@amchurch.co.uk.

West End Welcome Refugee Sponsorship: Now that the sisters we are sponsoring have been in English classes for several months, they are looking for conversation partners! If you would be interested in spending 30 minutes to an hour conversing over Zoom once every few weeks, get in touch.

Become a Vaccinator Volunteer: The Royal Volunteer Service in partnership with St John Ambulance are looking for volunteers to support the large-scale COVID-19 vaccination program that will be rolled-out over the next few months. More details can be found here: https://nhsvolunteerresponders.org.uk/vaccinationvolunteers

Giving: Your generosity matters more than ever.

The first few months of 2021 will remain difficult, and we ask you, if you are able, to consider making a gift to keep our ministries thriving. In addition, as we prepare our 2021 budget, we would appreciate it if you would take a few minutes to let us know of your plans for giving in the coming year, with this simple form.

You may give via bank transfer with the following information:
Beneficiary: The American Church in London

Sort Code: 40-05-16
Account Number: 81651498

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Pastor Jennifer shares the story of Jesus being baptised by John.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Bible Study
Sunday Mornings – 9:45 to 10:45 on Zoom

Join us for Bible study in 2021! This week we will give our attention to stories of God calling ordinary people to divine living. All are welcome.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86757897061?pwd=dVBkcW9OVE5hTUt3a25uZmxqbG1odz09
Meeting ID: 867 5789 7061
Passcode: 070537

Virtual Fellowship is back on while in-person Sunday services are suspended. Join us for a chat from 11:45-12:15.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83062819798?pwd=bWFMRkhMS240dXhEMkZpL2VoVkI4dz09
Meeting ID: 830 6281 9798
Passcode: 600317

PRAYER & SUPPORT

If you have concerns to add to our prayers or outreach, please e-mail prayer@amchurch.co.uk or contact us directly.

Reach out to us:
Jennifer Mills-Knutsen, jmk@amchurch.co.uk, 0780 143 7133
Jared Jaggers, jared@amchurch.co.uk, 0756 568 7333
Jonathan Miller, jonathan@amchurch.co.uk, 0752 235 5669

A note on technology:

Zoom is an online platform to host video chat. It is free to use, but may require you to download an app to your phone, tablet or laptop.

Facebook will also host all our videos, including worship, Pause for Prayer and children’s messages. You do not need to have a Facebook account to view them, only to comment or engage.

AIC now has a YouTube channel. Subscribe or visit anytime for the latest worship services, pause for prayer moments, children’s messages and more.

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