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1 Elsie West 1 Marilyn Holliday 1 Joey Biagini 1 Saryoung Lee 4 Bill Bodmer4 David Menzie 5 Jason Putnam 5 Abigail Eyob 6 Anne Engnoth 6 Vickie Coleman8 Mike Wesseling9 Jean McCord 9 Delaney Morgan 10 James Rollins

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Welcome New MembersWe rejoice with the following families at their

decision to join the Fellowship at Ox Hill!

Becki Jones Wesley and Ginger Wood

Vickie CristianiBrittney Coleman

Joy Laxton

[This is an adaptation of an earlier column from our former Pastor to facilitate the mailing of January’s TIE.]

Soon, the Christmas trees will be coming down, the lights and ornaments boxed up and life will begin to return to normal. Tate and I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and we wish you a Happy New Year! Christmas has always been an exciting time at Ox Hill bringing a time of genuine spiritual renewal.

Much of the credit for this goes to many of you who are reading this column and many more. The number

of people from our church involved in making Christmas so meaningful at Ox Hill is amazing — the writers of our annual devotional book, participants in the worship services, the various choirs (both voice and handbell), all the activities’ participants, carolers and those behind the scenes who support all these activities in various ways. It is truly an all-church effort and you never fail to rise to the occasion.

A major share of these efforts belongs to your office staff: Paul, Garrett, Anne, Kim and Helen. Their efforts in supporting the activities of the church with dedicated, competent leadership is truly heroic. You are truly blessed with an outstanding ministry team that deserves your appreciation and gratitude.

Did I begin by saying things are starting to return to normal? Well, this year especially, anything but! The New Year will bring major changes and challenges.

But as much as things change, there is one constant you can always count on – God’s presence, grace and love.

Whatever comes, whatever the challenges are, be assured that God will be with you. As you continue to be faithful and attentive, God will guide you. You are blessed with excellent leadership in your Deacons who are truly God’s servants. As you support their management of the details that an active church requires, they will provide the spiritual center that will sustain you in the days ahead.

Tate, our children and I are thankful for the many memories you have given us. Your love, support and cooperation have blessed us beyond words. Thank you for allowing us the joy of sharing in your ministry. I’m convinced your best days are still to come. We wish you all a happy and joyful New Year!

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Weekly Programs Resume

Childrens Music and Mission Programs resume on Wednesday, January 4 at 5:30 PM.

ESL classes begin again on Thursday, January 5.Morning classes are at 10:00 AMEvening classes are at 7:00 PMNew enrollments are welcome.

CrossWalk Youth starts again on Sunday, January 8 at 6:30 PM for the Snack Supper. The Beene family will be providing dinner. The group will be gathering for TGiF and BiF that evening.

Church Office ClosedThe Church Office will be closed on Monday, January 16 for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.

Mother’s Day Out ClosedThe MDO Program will be closed on Monday, January 16 and Friday, January 20 in accordance with the Fairfax County School Calendar.

Christmas Mission OfferingGoal: $10,000To Date:$3,400.77The Christmas Mission Offering will be divided equally between:

• The Lott-Carey Baptist Mission School • ServeTrust Ministries in Southeast India • The Lottie Moon Mission Offering

RA Christmas Post Office ReminderPlease remember to stop by the RA Christmas Post Office in the upstairs hallway and check for cards addressed to you. The Post Office will be open until Sunday, January 8.

Winter Weather AnnouncementsWith winter weather here please note our weather policy. Activities during the weekday and evenings will follow the closing decisions of Fairfax County Schools. Sunday services and activities will be cancelled in the event of 4 or more inches of snow on the ground or if conditions are icy unless otherwise posted. Closing information will be posted at oxhillbaptist.org and will be distributed by Constant Contact email.

Have an announcement? Contact Anne Engnoth in the Church Office at 703-378-5555 x104 or anne@oxhillbaptist.org.

Silver Threads Monthly Potluck LuncheonMonday, January 9 at 11:30 AM in Farrar Hall. Adults 55+ are invited to join in fun, food and fellowship. Please bring a potluck dish to share. Water, tea and coffee will be provided. As always, help with set-up and clean-up is appreciated.

Silver Threads Dominoes Thursday, January 12 at 1:15 PMFriday, January 27 at 7:00 PMAdults 55+ are welcome to play dominoes in Farrar Hall, and will meet twice this month.

Fairfax County Financial Counseling ClassesMonthly on 4th Mondays beginning January 235:30 PM in Farrar HallThe Department of Neighborhood and Community Services of Fairfax County is hosting a series of Financial Counseling Clinics at OHBC. For information and to register, please call Paul Woods at 703-324-5347.

Monthly Prayer BreakfastSaturday, January 14 at 8:30 AMJoin the Prayer Team in Farrar Hall for breakfast and then in prayer for our administrative workers in the Sancturay afterwards. Please contact Kim Kirby for more info.

Want to See into the Future?Visit our online calendar at www.oxhillbaptist.org for an up-to-date calendar of events.

Crosswalk Winter RetreatDecember 28-30We’ll be going to Sight and Sound theatre where we will see a broadway musical presentation of Samson. Samson is filled with colorful characters, extraordinary feats of

strength, and amazing special effects that will immerse us into the incredible grace of God and literally bring the house down! Afterwards, we’ll feast at a family style Amish buffet. Space and tickets are limited so please RSVP to reserve a spot today! The cost is $150, which includes lodging, most meals, theatre ticket, and transportation. Don’t miss this incredible experience and of course, invite your friends! Please RSVP to Garrett Wolf at garrett@oxhillbaptist.org.

Middle School MadnessKids in grades 6-8Friday, January 20 at 6:30 PMWe encourage youth in grades 6-8 to join us for Middle School Madness. MSM is an opportunity for our middle schoolers to fellowship with each other and interact with youth leaders and CrossWalk (high school) members. Contact Garrett Wolf to sign up or for more information.

Love and sympathy are sent to Cathy and Paige Arnold and family in the

loss of Bill Arnold, husband and father.

Please continue to lift the Arnold and Martin families up in your prayers during this sad time.

Virginia & Linda AbbottThe Arnold Family*Cathy Barrows*Juanita Brill*Shirley CrissingerSid & Lillie CombsJohn DuraiswamyKevin DurnellChuck EppertFrances Frakes*

Pat FriendDottie FreemanMelissa Kernan Shoshana Kleiman Dawson MathisRobert PearceJoann FriseSarah GriffinDiane HaburnDavid Hall

Rickie HarrisPhyllis HayesBarbara HogeHampton Hoge Carolyn HowellRick Lucian*Clara Moss*Chip PearsonChip PierceMary Ann Renfrow

Mike RussoBrandy Schaff Jackie SchrafVirginia Schneider Mary SimsBea SmithJim SmithJohn Williams, Jr.