New Covenant Lutheran Church
15152 North Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
480-860-0169
E-Weekly Newsletter
August 4, 2022 - August 11, 2022
This Sunday: 
"Sent"
Matthew 5:14-16; 10:7-8


Good afternoon,

Last week I shared with you our updated organizational values: Prayer, Scripture, and Worship along with Integrity, Community, and Family. This week I want to talk about our mission. This too is updated. We exist as a church to “To Make Disciples of a New Generation, Who in Turn, Will Make Disciples!” We are blessed by the presence of the Preschool, for this gives us the opportunity to interact with young families from our neighborhood and community. We currently have two of our members who have developed a missional community to reach out to the parents and children of the preschool and the church. They meet twice a month for fellowship, a brief teaching on the spirituality of children, some activities, and some playground time.  This challenges us to think of the church not just as the body of Christ that meets in our sanctuary, but also as the body that meets outside of the confines of our place of worship. Our objective is to establish more of these missional communities that serve the world and the community of which we are a part. This is one of the ways that we will make disciples of a “new generation, who will in turn, make disciples.”
 
Another model of discipleship that we have used for five centuries is Confirmation or “youth ministries that foster faith formation and discipleship”. Alex and I are excited to reintroduce our Sunday Confirmation. We will meet in-person from Noon until 1:30 pm on Sundays. We will begin with a lunch, followed by some youth games and activities and then our lesson. We are excited to spend actual time with our youth and to get to know them better.
 
This past Sunday we did a switch. I preached. But this Sunday, Annie is back on, and we will hear her preach. She will conclude the series “Surprise the World” and focus on the theme of being “Sent!” Our reading will be Matthew 5:14-16; 10:7-8. Take a look at this Scripture and join us for the conclusion of this exciting series!
 
Pastor Steve





  • Ellie Kalogeris' surgery was postponed today. Prayers for peace as they await news of when her surgery will take place.
  • Prayers for comfort as the Stenehjem family mourns the passing of Suzy's mom, Margie. Continued prayers for healing for Mya and Aunt Jan following a car accident.
  • Mary Cole's surgery went well last week. Prayers for her continued recovery.
  • We celebrate the gift of life with the birth of Keira Liana born to Kreg and Laura Linden. Bless this child, her parents, and her older brother, Carter.
  • Prayers for healing and peace for Barbara Botempi following a broken wrist.
  • Terri Yu will be undergoing surgery. Prayers for a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.
  • Prayers for Mike Darkoch as he recovers from surgery for a broken hip.
  • A few members of the Person family received positive COVID results over the weekend. Prayers for a quick recovery.
  • Prayers for health for Tracey, Ron & Phyllis Ostrand’s daughter, who has COVID.
  • Prayers of thanksgiving that Aurien Preiss’ half-sister, Kayla Mertz's brain tumor has not grown or changed. She is still debating on surgery for relief of her back pain
  • Carol McNulty, Aurien Preiss' mom, is having continuing health issues due to aging. Prayers for improvement.
  • Erin Peterson, a friend of the Durkee's, is recovering from a mountain bike accident. Prayers for continued healing.
  • Continued prayers for Kent, a friend of Jeff Clarke and Debbie Campouris, as he begins chemotherapy treatment.
  • Prayers for the family of Howie Wennes, including his wife Mary, and children, Steph and Tim,as they mourn his passing.
  • Jonathan Liebman, a friend of Jeff Allback, who had been struggling with ALS passed away last week. Prayers of comfort for the family and friends of Jonathan, including his wife, Debbie, as they mourn his passing.
  • Darren, Laurie Gerlach's brother, was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He began 8 weeks of radiation treatments today, July 28. Prayers for successful treatments.
  • Prayers for Ron and Phyllis Ostrand as they mourn the loss of their cousin, Cindy Katris.
  • Prayers for Bonnie Straley’s brother, Larry, who has Parkinsons; Len with diabetes, blood clots and depression; and Daphne and Cassidy who need God’s guidance. 
  • Dianne Shaw-Cummins had a successful surgery to remove a benign brain tumor. Prayers for continued healing following the surgery.
  • Cammy Dees was diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis. Prayers for continued improvement with her treatment plan.
  • Dana Engstrom, the preschool director, is battling Long COVID. Her parents are both unwell. Prayers for healing for her family.
  • Lol Walker, Patti and Nancy’s mother, is at home under hospice care. Prayers for her and her family.
  • Stephen Parrish, a family friend of Judy Shelton, is dealing with a brain tumor. Prayers for comfort and healing.
  • Gloria, Monica Cunningham’s mother, is struggling with her new living arrangement. Prayers for peace.
  • Continued prayers for Randall, a friend of Jeff Clarke and Debbie Campouris, as he continues his cancer treatment.
  • Diane Springer, a friend of Amy Saunders, has recently been diagnosed with cancer. 
  • Carl, a friend of Laurie Gerlach, has terminal pancreatic cancer. Prayers for Carl and Linda as they work with doctors to find the best treatment plan.