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Murdock News - December 11, 2019

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Living Nativity Returns to Cass County

There is only one more weekend to experience the Living Nativity.

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There is only ONE MORE weekend to enjoy the Living Nativity. Make sure to check out the new baby goats, baby calves and baby kittens who wander the barn. The kittens are a delightful surprise as they crawl under a stall wall to listen to the telling of the Christmas story through with a donkey or goat as a story starter.

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You can even enjoy a cup of hot cocoa and have a little snack as the kids climb on the photo op camel. (you will have to stop by to see the camel. I didn't get a picture of it this year.

The Living Nativity in Murdock Nebraska is the only one in the state. It is quickly becoming an annual tradition with local families. This year there are several new additions

Saturday, & Sunday

3:00 - 6:00 pm Living Nativity Flyer 2019

Stop by on the following dates. Bring a friend and consider bringing your local church youth group. This would not be possible without the volunteers of local residents and 4-H clubs who donate their time and several animals for the various nativity scenes.

Christmas in Murdock

The Christmas trees in Murdock have become an annual tradition. I forgot to count how many trees are in Murdock. So here is a trivia question.

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HOW MANY CHRISTMAS TREES?

Count the number of decorated Christmas trees on display in Murdock and send your count to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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Thank you to all the volunteers that decorate Main Street with not only Christmas trees, but placed wreaths on the fences and poles. I love Christmas trees and couldn't get enough. So you may see me stalking the trees with my camera as soon as it snows. Nothing says Christmas than snow gracing Christmas trees.

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Don't worry, I'm not wishing for a foot of snow, and not for it to last all winter. Just a white Christmas.

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It's not just Main Street decked out in Christmas and Holiday Cheer. Drive around town and you will find Christmas surprises around every corner.

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The lighted Methodist church at night is one of peace and hope of the baby Jesus in the manger scene.

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Then there is Rosetta Stroys Christmas village of blow mold characters. Each year there are new additions. It reminds me of the Christmas of my youth.

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Then there is the Towle house with the modern Christmas inflatable decorations. The night views are even more amazing. Come back next week for a night tour.

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The Sunday School kids are preparing for their Christmas Eve service and I do believe there is over 40 kids between the ages of three and twelve involved this year.

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Advent Services

Join us every Wednesday at 7:00 pm for Advent Services

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Listen to the Kuhlman Experience Podcast

If you can't make it to Adult Bible Study then tune in weekly to the Kuhlman Experience podcast.

Share it with friends and past congregational members.

Please feel free to join us every Sunday

9:15 Sunday School & Bible Class

10:30 am Divine Service

Listen to the weekly sermon anytime at Pastor Brent Kuhlman's Blog

Elmwood - Murdock 4th Graders selling Bakers Chocolates

Since 1992 the Elmwood-Murdock 4th graders have been selling Bakers chocolate meltaways to raise money for their Spring Nebraska History field trip. This year the selling season is extended. Not only will they be selling to neighbors friends and family, but they will be extending their reach and hopefully funds raised.

Bakers Cholcolate EM 4th grade

You can purchase one-pound bags for $9.50 from any 4th grader or at the following locations.

Elmwood-Murdock Holiday Craft Show - November 30th

Elmwood-Murdock Winter Music Concerts

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The United Methodist Churches of Murdock and Elmwood have a new website!

Stayed tuned for great things to happen https://elmwoodmurdockumc.com/

Worship Time: 9:00 am Sunday

Children's Sunday School

PH 402 867-3191 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

(dismissed from worship following the "Children's Chat")

Murdock Website Updates

New things are happening to the Murdock Website!!

What would you like to see? Let us know and we will work on them?

Do you want to see Village Boards Minutes? - we can make that happen

Would you like a better calendar of events? - that can happen

Maybe a welcome page for new residents? let me know

Business Listings? - we can do it!

More and more people are reading the weekly news and finding out Murdock has a website. Let's make it your "go-to source for information and updates. Email your ideas and "wish list" to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Murdock Playground WILL Be a Reality MurdockPlayground2019

The Murdock park committee is moving forward. The land has been secured and now we need your help to make it happen.

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Send this onto anyone you can think of who lived, lives, or visits Murdock.

We NEED your help!

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You can even follow them on Twitter at EMKnightsSchool

NEW ELMWOOD-MURDOCK SCHOOL WEBSITE

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4H NewsUpdates

Enrollment for the 2019-2020 Cass County 4-H year is currently open.

If you have a child age 5 (by January 1st) through age 18 and are interested in joining 4-H, it’s time to enroll.

Enrollment is completed on-line at https://ne.4HOnline.com.

Maybe you have some friends already in 4-H; ask them which club they belong to.

If you need help selecting a club, call the Extension Office at 402-267-2205.

The office is open from 8 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday.

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Student of the Week Selection 1211 2019

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Cornhusker Country Music Theater in Louisville is located at 211 Main St.

Call, 1-800-480-8797, ext 211, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

You can try out our new dance floor or just sit back and enjoy the music!

We're a nonprofit 501 c 3 organization.

Like us on Facebook @ Cornhusker Country Music Theater!

Cass County News

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Presenting the Cast of In-Laws, Outlaws, and Other People (That Should be Shot) We are so excited to have so many returning Born-In-A-Barn players as well as some new faces! Performances start December 7th, and remember, tickets make great holiday gifts, so be sure to reserve yours now: http://bit.ly/LofteTickets

More about In-Laws, Outlaws, and Other People (That Should be Shot): It is 6 pm and the Douglas family is busily preparing for their annual Christmas Eve dinner. After robbing a neighborhood liquor store, high strung and irritable Tony, and his dim-witted side-kick Vinny find themselves in need of a hide-out. A comic treasure that is sure to leave you in stitches while celebrating the true meaning of Christmas.

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Night Before Christmas - Contest Delayed to Christmas 2020

I personally apologize for anyone that was planning on participating in our Twas the Night Before Christmas - 2019 Story Telling Contest we announced before Christmas. John Harrington ( Computer John )

We wanted to create awareness of our new www.CassPod.com Cass Area PodCast Portal. We wanted to invite folks to try their skills in a fun Holiday way. Unfortunately I did not consider that in-order for such a contest ( seems simple enough ) has many moving parts and in order to be fair and successful - many volunteers would be required. Especially several credible and non-partial Judges - are required minimum of 3 Judges and as of 12/10/2019 we have only one. We therefore decided to delay the contest to next year. Sorry about that. If anyone has been diligently practicing, please email / share your MP3 w/special email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. we will make avail at www.CassPod.com for everyone to enjoy. Good News! We have contracted with a genuine Grandmother - to record this famous poem - to share with everyone - on 12/24/2019 - we will post it at www.CassPod.com and on the 12/18/2019 Newsletter ( so you can listen together and get those Kiddo's to sleep on 12/24/2019

Again sorry for my poor preparation. Email Me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. w/comments & or suggestions.