New Life in Christ Church Weekly Update - February 3, 2023 |
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This Sunday: February 5, 2023 |
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9:00 am Contemporary, Life Center
11:00 am Traditional, Sanctuary
Message: "Don't Worry. Be..."
Pastor Mike Loomis
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Important Announcement: TIME CHANGE! |
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Begins Sunday, March 5, 2023
8 am – Praise in the Park, Gilchrist Park
9:15 am – Traditional, Sanctuary
10:45 am – Contemporary, Life Center
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- Birthday Box Program
- Spring Camping
- Today Matters - February 18
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Feed the Harbor - February 26
- Worship Time Change - March 5
- Congratulations, Carmen Blake!
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Do you have a birthday month approaching? The Scholarship Committee would like for our Bridge readers to remember the “Birthday Box” donation program with an opportunity to contribute to the higher education scholarship fund for our future recipients. During the month of your birthday, consider donating one dollar for every year old that you are. For example, if you are 50 years old, you would donate $50. If you desire to financially support this program, you can drop off your donation to the Birthday Box located in the Life Center foyer on the information table. May you have a happy birthday by donating a blessing to a future recipient! |
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Members and Friends of our church will camp at Hardee Lakes County Park from Monday February 13 until Friday February 17. The park is about 40 miles from Church and the camping sites are on a lake. We will enjoy the campfire and will hike, canoe, kayak, fish and enjoy each others company. You can come for the week or as much time as you want. Our Hosts are Linda and Peter Gillen, 941-661-8367, and they are on site 47. For more information about the park and to make reservations, call 863-761-1100. Let Peter or Linda know when you make your reservation so that they can include you in the activities. |
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A very special congratulations to Carmen Blake for her award as Charlotte County Public Schools Support Employee of the Year. |
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Today Matters - February 18 |
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We will hear from 3 very special local "angels" at our next Today Matters event on Saturday, February 18 - Tidewell Hospice, the Punta Gorda Police Department and Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity. Mark your calendars to attend and hear about all they do for our community and it's residents. |
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Men's Fellowship & Breakfast - February 18 |
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The Men will be meeting on Saturday, February 18th at 8:00 am in Lenox Hall. Tom Parker will be our speaker. He recently joined Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) as the lead person and will be talking about his new role and vision for reaching youth. Tom was previously the Area Director for Young Life. A Continental Breakfast and beverages will be provided. There is no charge for this event, but please RSVP by Thursday, February 16th below or email Wayne Sharp: sharpww@me.com. |
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Save the Date for Feed the Harbor, which will be on Sunday, February 26 from 9 am - 3 pm. Learn more about Feed the Harbor HERE.
Feed the Harbor is a one-day opportunity for all the churches of Charlotte County to come together and fill the local food pantries while providing the community with a picture of what it means for Christ-followers to be the "hands and feet of Jesus."
Local Publix locations that are participating:
Publix at Burnt Store Road in Punta Gorda
Publix in Charlotte Harbor on 41 N. (across from Harbor Nissan)
Publix on Cochran Blvd.
Publix on Peachland Ave (off Kings Highway)
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During the post Hurricane Ian weeks, like many spaces on the church property, our church library was occupied by the inspiring members of the Samaritan's Purse volunteers. We found a pile of books to shelve after they vacated our property and were so happy with the thought that after long days of service to our community, a mystery reader(s) found entertainment and/ or solace in our collection!
WE ARE NOW OPEN to church visitors, members, and staff! Please stop in and pick up a book or two. Please see the new catalog folder that contains a paper list of our books collection. This catalog is a work in progress. Our volunteers are back on some Tuesdays mornings working to complete this ongoing project.
We noticed our "Heaven " topic shelf is a little light and is missing the Randy Alcorn "Heaven" book. If you own a lightly used copy, please consider donating this book to the library.
If you are new to our church, you can find our church library in the Life Center building ! If you need assistance regarding the library, please email shelbydecapite@yahoo.com. |
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Crafters for Christ - Come Join us! |
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WE NEED Anyone who can sew on a button, crochet, knit, draw, design, or has ANY creative talent! We work together while enjoying each other's company.
We meet in Room 9 at New Life in Christ Church every Wednesday from 12:30-4:00 pm.
Contact:
Pictured above is an example of one of our current projects: A fidget mat for those who have dementia, Alzheimer's, brain injury, or special needs children:
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2022 Contribution Statements |
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Contribution Statements will be emailed soon. If you have changed your email address or we don’t have it on file, please give the Church Office a call at 941-639-3842.
If you do not receive emails, statements will be mailed at your request.
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Our first quarter New Life Church contribution envelopes are delayed but will be arriving soon. You may still give by placing your check in the offering plate and you will receive credit for your offering. |
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Our Children's Ministry is GROWING! |
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We need your help! We have a great year planned for Sunday school, but few teachers. We need you as a partner in ministry! If you like kids, can read a lesson plan with minimal lesson planning, and desire to see all ages growing in faith, consider joining our team. We would like to find at least 8 more Sunday School teachers and at least 4 preschool teachers and a few substitute teachers. We want children of all ages to dive deep into the Bible!
Please contact Becca if you are available to serve:
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Vacation Bible School - Volunteers Needed |
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VBS will be June 5-9 this summer from 10:30 am - 3:00 pm for children ages 3-12. Join the fun as a volunteer! Registration is now open! VBS REGISTRATION
Contact Becca if you are available to serve:
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We are looking for two part time nursery positions. If you, or someone you know are interested, please email your resume to: kathy@newlifeforall.church.
The job description can be viewed HERE, and is also on our website at the bottom of the STAFF page. |
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Greetings Everyone,
I have some exciting news to share…Barbara Moses will be performing a concert of favorite hymns. The program is entitled, “An Afternoon of Hymns on the Harp”. The concert will be held on Sunday, March 26 at 4:00PM in the Historic Sanctuary. This event is free – no tickets needed.
“An Afternoon of Hymns on the Harp” Concert – March 26, 2023 at 4:00PM
Barbara Moses, Harpist
Free Concert – No Tickets Needed.
The Chancel Ringers rehearses on Wednesdays at 6:00PM and plays at the 11:00AM service once a month. If you are interested in joining our handbell group and can read music I want to talk to you!
The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursdays at 6:00PM in the Historic Sanctuary and sings Sundays at the 11:00AM Service. The Chancel Choir is open to anyone interested – no audition is necessary.
Please contact me for more information or questions.
Soli Deo Gloria!
David Bellows
Director of Music Ministries
This Sunday’s Music – February 5, 2023 - 11:00AM Service
Prelude: Blessed Assurance – M. Hayes
Opening Hymn: 140 Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Vocal Solo: Hallelujah – K. Mooney, Larry & Kay Keller, Soloists
Offertory Anthem: Draw Us In The Spirit’s Tether – H. Friedell
Doxology 95
Closing Hymn: 467 Trust And Obey
Postlude: A Trumpet Minuet – A. Hollins
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Greetings New Life Church family --
I feel like a word of thanks is important this week. I am filled with gratitude for the overwhelming number of people who have been praying, not only for me but everyone who has been on our prayer list. So remember, if you are struggling with a problem, or know someone who could use prayer help, please let someone know. Pastor Bob will certainly let his prayer team help, as would I with our Thursday team. Be assured that any and all info is confidential. I never dreamed that God would lead me on this prayer journey as He has. I would have been an anxiety-filled wreck if I would have tried to navigate these life experiences on my own. I tried it for a short while, only increasing my fear and anxiety which only made me feel worse. I even tried some "self-help" books with no real help- until I was facing my first of three 12-hour spine reconstruction surgeries, and a wonderful Pastor gave me the only real "book" that helped, and told me how to pray. I realized through scripture and prayer, that I don't need to be afraid of facing difficult or traumatic situations. You may think that God never speaks to you but if you learn to be still before Him in prayer- in your heart, mind, and spirit- He shows us that prayer is a step of faith. I have learned that when new problems arise, I don't have to battle them alone. Actually, the first thing I do is praise the Lord. (Ps.71:5, 14) "For You are my hope; O Lord God, You are my confidence from my youth... But as for me, I will hope continually, and will praise You yet more and more." Now, I'll admit that I didn't learn this overnight, but the journey has been a gift. I don't think God created us to carry huge burdens alone. In Proverbs 3:5-6 He tells us, " Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." One thing that helps me is sharing prayer experiences with others. If you're free on Thursdays at noon, stop by the sanctuary to pray and share with our team of prayer warriors. If you cannot attend, please take a few moments to pray right where you're at. We have folks who take a moment each day at noon to silently pray the Lord's Prayer. As we prepare to enter into Lent(yes already) we will begin this prayer moment daily.
We had a great prayer walk last Thursday around our campus to offer prayer for all the activities that happen daily in each building and classroom.
Let's keep praying for each other-- I'm praying for you!
Rosie Young
Worship Coordinator
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