This Sunday's Theme:

"Timothy and Epaphroditus!"

Philippians 2:19-30

In-person and Live Stream to Facebook and YouTube at 10:30 AM

Good evening dear friends,

 Let me begin with some pastoral news. One of our former members, Jim Puza passed away on September 15^th after a long illness. Jim, Mary Kay and their son and daughter, Andrew and Stephanie were members during the early years of my ministry at New Covenant. Over the last 15 years they have lived in Lavine, AZ. But they were amazing participants in our early mission. I was able to visit Jim out in Lavine, in person and to spend some time with him. He will be greatly missed. The family has requested that New Covenant provide the Memorial Service for Jim, and I am honored to do so. We will have Jim’s Memorial Service on Saturday, October 7^th at 1:00 pm. If you remember the Puzas’ it would be awesome to see you at the memorial service.

The Marriage Course is in its final week. It has been an amazing experience to walk with these couples as they build their marriages. This week we will be serving Flo’s - Sweet and Sour Chicken, Beef and Broccoli and Lettuce Cups. It has been a pleasure to serve these couples through this course.

On Saturday, October 14, David Cole will be leading a hike for all.  David has a vast experience of hiking with his work with the Boy Scouts. We needed new leadership for Soul Sisters and David offered to help. So, we are calling this a “Soul Church” Hike – for women and men (and youth). It may be too difficult for small children. If you are interested, please join the hike at Peralta Trailhead on October 14. Meet at church at 7:00 AM.

I am excited to announce that in 3 short weeks we will be once again hosting the New Covenant Lutheran Chili Cook Off! It will be during the Fall Harvest Festival that is hosted for the school and church. Please email: office@newcovenantaz.org to enter or click here.

This Sunday, join us as we look at some real live examples of Christian love and faithfulness, as we explore the stories of Timothy and Epaphroditus. Our Scripture is taken from Philippians 2: 19-30. Paul lifts up these two servants and so this week we will look at “Timothy and Epaphroditus,” and their “Shining Examples” of “Faith Active in Love!” Hope to see you this Sunday!

In Faith and Love,

Pastor Steve

• Prayers for Jan Andrews (stepmother to Dave Andrews), as she has a recurrence of lymphoma. Prayers for guidance for her providers and effective treatment for Jan.
• Prayers for John McKinven, brother in law of Patti Kruse and Nancy Waldeck, who is undergoing surgery for bladder cancer on Monday.
• Prayers for Barbara Bontempi as she recovers from surgery.
• Prayers of Thanksgiving for the birth of Henry William Carsten, son to Cynthia and Tom and little brother to Lia!
• Prayers for healing for Dana Engstrom's daughter.
• Prayers for healing and hope for Roxana Mullenhoff, friend of Dave and Debby Andrews, who has not yet found relief from headaches since suffering a head injury fourteen months ago.
• Prayers for healing for Will Wartenburg who is undergoing treatment following a cancer diagnosis. We thank you for his recovery from surgery to repair to vertebrae which had fractured.
• Prayers for comfort for the family of Jim Puza as they grieve following his recent passing.
• Prayers for comfort for the family and friends of Sydney Dye who recently passed away from cancer, and that they would feel the Lord's presence during this time of grieving.
• Prayers for Linda Brownlee who is ill with pancreatic cancer, and for her daughter Kim as she provides potential treatments and care for her mother.
• Prayers for a speedy recovery for Camille following a fall.
• Prayers for Sandee that she is able to experience healing for her depression as well as other health struggles. Prayers that she would find a renewed sense of purpose.
• Jennifer Coughenour's mom, Lavita, has an upcoming surgery for circulatory issues. Prayers for a successful surgery and complete healing.
• We pray that Goldie's heart would continue to grow and develop as anticipated.
• Prayers for peace and prognosis for Dean Ostrand.
• Prayers for healing, faith, and guidance for Margie following a cancer diagnosis.
• Prayers for the Ostrands' niece, for a diagnosis of her health issue.
• Prayers for effective treatment for Paul Collins' brain tumor. May Paul and his family stay strong and feel God's comfort.
• Prayers for all young parents, for patience, peace, and overflowing love in their homes.
• Prayers for Uncle Ronnie's health and safety and for his family, that they may all feel strengthened and experience God's peace during this difficult time.
• Prayers for healing for Troy's brother in Colorado who suffers from Parkinson's.
• Matt Knopf of La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church has been diagnosed with non-hodgkin's lymphoma. Prayers for strength for him and his family as he undergoes treatment.
• Prayers for Carol McNulty, Aurien Preiss' mom, as she continues with therapy.
• Prayers for Bonnie Straley’s brothers, Len and Larry and also his wife, Ann, for healing; and also Daphne and Cassidy for God’s guidance.
• Kent, a friend of Jeff Clarke and Debbie Campouris, is in need of continued prayers as he navigates his diagnosis.