New Life in Christ Church Weekly Update - August 26, 2022 |
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FOLLOW US & JOIN US THIS SUNDAY FOR WORSHIP LIVE AT 9:15 & 11 AM
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This Sunday: August 28, 2022 |
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Message: "Who is God?"
Pastor Mike Loomis
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Welcome Team Meeting - this Saturday! |
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There will be a Welcome Team informational meeting on Saturday, August 27th at 10:30am in Lenox Hall for anyone interested in learning more about being on our welcome teams (ushers, greeters, kids check in, etc). All are welcome! |
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Charlotte County Peace River Camp Gideons |
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The local Gideons Peace River Camp distributes and shares the Gospel in over 50 local public areas. When people receive the Bibles, God takes over. The Holy Spirit wins people to Christ, we are just the messengers. In this regard Gideons partner with local churches to spread God’s Word. Where We’ve Been Locally this last year which ends in May: |
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Since 1908, Gideons International has distributed over 2 billion copies of the Bible and New Testament in over 200 countries around the world; published in over 95 different languages.
All this happens because of people like you, through your donations and the dedicated Gideons. As to where the Gideon name came from, check out and read the 6th chapter in the book of Judges in the Bible. We thank you for your support.
Larry Keller
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In 1968, Arthur Blessitt picked up a large crucifix and began a 40-year journey that took him around the world. Come see and hear a most amazing adventure of witnessing.
Join us in Lenox Hall at 6:30 pm
All are invited!
RSVP: Larry Keller, 941-391-3940
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Today Matters - September 17 |
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Download our August Children's Ministry Calendar HERE.
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Our 1st ever Tween Night last Friday, August 19 was a success! The Escape Room was a win! Both teams made it out of the Lions’ Den with the help of their awesome teen leaders. We ended with Lions’ Den trivia to take home the ferocious lions! Everyone did a great job! We can’t wait for the next event! |
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Download our August Youth Ministry Calendar HERE.
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Hello, New Life Church, my name is Marissa and this summer I had the opportunity to go on my first summer mission trip. My main job was at a therapy horse ranch called Freedom Reigns Ranch where they mentor children to young adults who have experienced trauma. God created horses to know how people feel so they are amazing therapy animals. They gave me many different tasks from painting to cleaning stalls. It was a life-changing experience for me so think about going on a mission trip, I'd recommend it to anybody! |
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Greetings New Life Church family and friends --
Here we are at the end of August, in the fleeting days of summer, -- is that even possible? Though our weather here won't feel like summer's done, there are subtle signs that we're entering into a new season. For things on campus, it means new classes, meetings, and new events for various groups. Our Children's Ministry has already begun some fun and exciting get-togethers as the school year has started. If you see Ms. Becca ask her about some of the things she has planned that you might be able to help with. If physical challenges limit some of us, we always need prayer warriors to help support the success of our Youth and Children programs. Did you hear a few of Tim's young people as they shared their experiences on their mission trip this summer? God is undoubtedly touching these young lives!
Don't forget the Hospitality meeting this Saturday 8/27 at 10:30am in Lenox Hall. Please come and share your thoughts and ideas on making new people feel welcome.
I'd like to share a prayer testimony from J.P. one of New Life's church family: Her son had been through a lengthy illness and had recently passed away when she needed surgery herself. She confided that as the date approached, she was extremely frightened, recalling what her son had gone through. She was up the night before surgery, asking God to be there, and to please let her son be there with her. When she was in post-op recovery, she saw her son standing next to her. Her description was very vivid, and as she tried to reach out to him, the nurse asked if she was okay. She described this experience as leaving her with a peaceful sense of love and answered prayer. Please share any prayer testimony that's on your heart. You never know when you could encourage someone who might be struggling.
Our prayer group on Thursdays at noon recently discussed what to do if our prayers aren't answered. Dr. Charles Stanley wrote that "You must continue praying " regardless of whether we see immediate results or not. His explanation was that the longer you intercede for a situation or for another person, the more tightly our hearts are connected to God. I believe this is true. I have been praying for a long time about my medical problems. While my body continues to get more twisted and cause problems, I believe I am being blessed. On those difficult days when Satan tries to tell me to quit, I pray harder, and someone sends me a message of "thanks", or I go to my office and there's a sweet framed statement saying " you are inspiring.," Thank you for answered prayers! I believe that prayer is Satan's enemy. God has given us the gift of prayer and we should give it away to others. I was blessed to meet a young woman this past week who was in need of help. I don't have monetary gifts but I gave her a prayer cloth as a reminder to pray and was blessed to pray for her, and share His word;
"Behold, I am the Lord, the God of all flesh; is anything too difficult for me?" Jeremiah 32:27
Join us for prayer time and shared experiences on Thursday at 12 noon in our sanctuary.
I'm praying for you!
Rosie Young
Worship Coordinator
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The Eighth Note – Music Ministry in a Minute! |
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Greetings Everyone,
The Chancel Ringers are on Summer vacation until the Fall. Regular rehearsals will resume on September 7 at 6:30 PM in the Life Center. The Bell Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings and regularly plays at the 11:00 AM service. I am looking for two more ringers to join our group this Fall. If you are interested and can read music I want to talk to you!
The Chancel Choir continues to rehearse and sing through the Summer. The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30 PM in the Choir Room and sings Sundays at the 11:00 AM Service. The Chancel Choir is open to anyone interested – no audition is necessary.
Please contact David Bellows for more information or questions.
Soli Deo Gloria!
David Bellows
Director of Music Ministries
This Sunday's Music - August 28, 2022 - 11:00 AM Service
Prelude: What A Friend We Have In Jesus – R. Hobby
Opening Hymn: 103 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
Offertory Anthem: Morning Has Broken – A. Clarke
Closing Hymn: 139 Praise To The Lord, The Almighty
Postlude: Prelude and Fugue in B flat Major – J. S. Bach
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CRAFTS FOR CHRIST Group - 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 have made the following items:
*Baby blankets for Careline Pregnancy Center
*Crocheted octopus for preemie babies
*Greeting cards for our own Care Ministry team
*Walker & Wheelchair bags for Douglas T. Jacobson Veteran's Nursing Home
*Activity mats for those suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer's donated to nursing homes locally and to family members who could benefit from them.
We meet in Room 9 every Wednesday from 12:30-4:00 pm.
Contact:
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Discipleship Opportunities |
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View a complete list of Adult Bible Studies, Care & Support, Children, Youth, and other groups at New Life Church HERE. |
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Women of Faith started during the pandemic as an offshoot of Extraordinary Women for those who couldn’t do Zoom or simply wanted an in person outdoor Bible study. We were known as EW 2.0 until recently. We meet on Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:00, usually under the Royal Poinciana tree on the west side of the parking lot. However, during the heat of the summer and in case of inclement weather during the winter, we meet in classroom 9.
We started in April of 2020 with just three women, but through the Lord’s blessing, we have grown so significantly that this summer we have become a separate Bible study from EW and hence the new name. We are finishing up our current study of the book of Acts on August 24th and will begin a new study of Romans on August 31st. If you are interested in more information on the group or would like to order the study guide for Romans, please contact Elise Gowan at (941) 286-3943. There is an open place just waiting for you. Please come join us!
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Zoom Bible Study - Begins September 12 |
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Meeting on ZOOM Mondays at 10am, September 12 - December 19. To join, please email Cathy Smith, cmsmith8@msn.com.
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2022 Bible Reading Schedules |
We want to encourage you to join us as we once again read through the Bible. Start your new year off right by committing to read God's Word!
Download the 2022 reading guide HERE.
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Worship Service Information |
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8 AM Praise in the Park | 9:15 AM Contemporary | 11 AM Traditional |
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We look forward to seeing you on Sunday at one of our 3 worship services.
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Please wear your name tag! If you do not have a name tag, or would like a New Life Church name tag, please let us know by filling out a Name Tag Request HERE.
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Masks are available
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If you are feverish or not feeling well, we ask that you stay home and join us online on our Facebook and YouTube channels.
Please enter the Life Center through the main entrance facing the Fellowship Hall courtyard. All other exterior doors remain locked.
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Join us this Sunday at 8 am for Praise in the Park! Open to everyone, this is your opportunity to join us for "in-person" worship as we enjoy God's scenery from the lawn of the beautiful Gilchrist Park Pavilion, weather permitting of course. If it is or has been raining, Praise in the Park will relocate to our historic Sanctuary. Time may not always be sufficient to get the word out, so in case of inclement weather, please proceed to the Sanctuary.
Please plan to bring your lawn chairs and/or blankets, and, yes, we will be asking you to practice social distancing. Don't forget to join our "Praise in the Park" group on our Church App! As a reminder, our outside services are always subject to change due to the weather. Please make sure you are connected with us through the app, our email list, or social media to receive our updates concerning schedule changes. See you Sunday for Praise in the Park!
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FOLLOW US & JOIN US THIS SUNDAY FOR WORSHIP LIVE AT 9:15 & 11 AM
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All past issues of The Bridge are available on our website HERE.
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