Join us this Sabbath, December 13 at 1:30pm in Heartland Hall during fellowship lunch! We’re excited to gather, share the vision for CVC for 2026, talk about some of the business of the church, and make great things happen.

Total 2025 Budget: $754,350
Received YTD: $562,550
Still Needed: $191,800

Sabbath, Dec 13
8:30 am: Library Open (Closes 1pm)
9:45 am: Sabbath School
11:00 am: Worship Service with Kids' CAM
12:30 pm: All-Church Potluck (Heartland Hall)
1:30 pm: Vision 2026 - Churchwide Meeting (Heartland Hall)
5:00 pm: Sunset
6:30 pm: Zoo Lights with CVC (Lincoln Children's Zoo)

Sunday, Dec 14
11:00 am: UAU Graduation (CVC Sanctuary)
11:30 am: FoodNet (Young Adult Room - ends 12:30pm)

Monday, Dec 15
6:15 pm: Full-Body Workout (Reiner Wellness Center)

Tuesday, Dec 16
10:00 am: Scribbles & Splotches (Earliteen Room)
1:30 pm: Desire of Ages Study (Board Room)
1:30 pm: Library Open (Closes 3:30pm)

Wednesday, Dec 17
12:00 pm: Women's Bible Study (Heartland Hall B)
6:15 pm: Full-Body Workout (Reiner Wellness Center)

Friday, Dec 19
4:57 pm: Sunset
7:00 pm: Reflections Service (Sanctuary)

Sabbath, Dec 20
8:30 am: Library Open (Closes 1pm)
9:45 am: Sabbath School
11:00 am: Worship Service
12:30 pm: Forks & Friendship Potluck (Heartland Hall)
1:15 pm: Christmas Around the World
4:30 pm: Hymn Sing Small Group (Earliteen Rm)
4:57 pm: Sunset 

Join us during the main service this Sabbath as our kids share a heartfelt story that invites us to remember the miracle of Jesus’ birth and the welcome He extends to every one of us. Through the journeys of Meagan, Eli, Hannah, and Josiah, we’re reminded that, even in moments of loneliness or rejection, the Light of Christ reaches in with hope, healing, and belonging. This performance asks a simple but powerful question: Who do you want to invite to the table? 

Everyone is invited to our All Church Potluck hosted by Cecilia Liversidge’s team. CVC members, please plan to bring enough food to feed 6-8 people. You are welcome to drop off your food at the front entrance of the church if you are unable to navigate the east or south steps. As always, visitors are welcome to join as our guests.

-December 20 - Forks & Friendship hosted by Carol Silva’s team
-December 27 - No potluck over the Christmas weekend
-January 3 - Forks & Friendship hosted by Noreen Mwabe’s team
-January 10 - Forks & Friendship hosted by Renata Richardson's team

FAMILY MINISTRIES: Join us this Sabbath at 6:30pm for the Lincoln Zoo Lights! 175 members of our church family will take a magical stroll as we enjoy the beauty of Christmas lights together. Bring your mittens and see you there! See the link here.

HYMN SING SMALL GROUP: Our final Hymn Sing of the year will be December 20 at 4:30pm in the Earliteen Room. Join us for hymns and Christmas Carols! You're welcome to bring an instrument and play along. Stay after for a light meal and fellowship.

You are invited to Christmas Around the World during potluck on December 20 at 1:15pm. Come enjoy rich Christmas traditions from around the world with songs and culturally rich foods!

Enjoy celebrating the reason for the season with songs, music, and a message of hope on December 24 at 5pm. Come and join us in worshiping together as we set the tone as a church family to focus on the blessed gift of Jesus being born to save us.

We invite you to celebrate our marriage at a reception with light refreshments in Heartland Hall, Sunday, December 21, 4-6 pm. Remarks at 5pm. No gifts please. -Malcolm and Mary Jane Russell.

Wishing a Happy 90th Birthday to Lloyd Darrough, December 12, 1935! Lloyd has been a member of the College View SDA Church since moving here in 1956, (69 years ago and counting). He was a Pathfinder leader back in the day and led an adult Sabbath School class until covid. He lives at home and enjoys the sermons each week online. He had a family birthday celebration over the Thanksgiving holiday. If you would like to send congratulations to him, he would love to hear from you. Lloyd Darrough, 4524 Lowell Ave, Lincoln NE 68506 or 402.580.1689. In honor of his birthday and in gratitude for the many years of ministry to the Darrough family, Lloyd and his family are donating a bench to be placed outside of the College View Church’s front entrance, to be enjoyed by all.

We are humbled by the many thoughtful gestures after the passing of Dan Klein Sr. Thank you for the many ways of encouragement to our family after this heartbreaking loss. A huge thank you to the funeral luncheon team, the AV guys, and the pastors for helping us honor him with a special service. Be blessed and well! -Sharon, Dan Jr., Michelle, David, and the Klein Family

Church Family, "Paul directs, 'In everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.' Phil. 4:6. 'But ye, beloved,' says Jude, praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God.' Jude 20,21. Unceasing prayer is the unbroken union of the soul with God, so that life from God flows into our life; and from our life, purity and holiness flow back to God." (Prayer, E.G. White) Send your prayer requests and praises to Dina Horst at 402.420.5970. Thank you!

Pastor on Call: Rich Carlson. 402.570.0496, rich.carlson@ucollege.edu
Front Office: 402.486.2880, office@collegeviewchurch.org
Clerk: clerk@collegeviewchurch.org
Lead Pastor: Simon Liversidge. 805.498.2300, simon.liversidge@collegeviewchurch.org

You are invited to attend the graduation service for the Union Adventist University Class of December 2025. Commencement will be held at College View Church on December 14  at 11am. The guest speaker will be Dan Carlson, Union Adventist University alumnus and financial advisor at Edward Jones. We look forward to marking this important occasion together.

The Union Adventist University Nursing and Physician Assistant Programs will be collecting new socks for men and women until Jan 3. We’re especially hoping for ankle or mid-length socks in soft, neutral colors like black or white. These donations will bless our Foot Clinics at Matt Talbot, where our students provide foot care and education with our community. A collection box will be in the lobby. Feel free to drop your socks in anytime. Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

"A Christmas Celebration" with The Lesters - Sabbath, December 13, 6pm - Piedmont Park Church, 4801 A Street, Lincoln NE - Often called “The first family of Gospel music,” the Lesters have been sharing the Word through song for five generations.  With 90 years and 90 albums behind them, the group proudly brings a signature sound of harmonies and inspired arrangements that are 100% “pure Lester.” You are invited to experience this special "Christmas Celebration" concert with the Lesters! Their concert will include both southern gospel and traditional Christmas songs to help prepare your heart as you celebrate this Christmas season! Come early and bring friends. Doors will open at 5pm for this free concert. An offering will be taken. For additional information call 402.792.2450.

Have you ever wondered what the birth of Jesus looked like through the eyes of the innkeeper’s wife? Step into the story as Holland Seventh-day Adventist Church presents a powerful retelling of the Messiah’s arrival - seen fron a perspective rarely heard, yet rich with wonder and emotion. We look forward to welcoming you as we experience the miracle of His birth. Join us Sabbath, December 20 at 11am at Holland SDA Church (22333 S. 96th St. Holland, NE 68372).

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our dear Verla Ann Schenk. She is now awaiting the return of our Lord. On Monday, December 22, 10:30am, the service for Verla Ann Schenk will be held at Lincoln Capitol View Church. See more here.

🕊️Dominus vobiscum.