New Life in Christ Church Weekly Update - August 5, 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 7, 2022 |
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Message: "Transformed"
Pastor Angela Hinchman
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Undie Sundays - August 7, 14 |
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Sallie Jones Elementary School is in need of new underwear for their elementary school children. We are going to help with having two "Undie Sundays" on August 7th and August 14th. Please help us by purchasing new underwear in sizes 4 to 7 and placing them in the bin in Lenox Hall. Thank you so much for your generous support. |
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New Life Church Name Tags |
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They're here! You can pick up the name tags you ordered beginning this Sunday at the worship service you attend. There will be a basket to collect a suggested donation of $6 for each name tag (cash preferred). At 8 am, there will be an usher handing them out at the park. They are separated by service, and in alphabetical order. If you have not ordered your name tag yet, you can still order one HERE. |
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Today Matters - August 20 |
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Come hear how we in Charlotte County can be better prepared, stay vigilant and become better aware of today's society. Hear from the experts about the various shootings and the role mental health plays in these situations. Join us at 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 20th to hear your questions answered. Everyone is welcome. |
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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 Room 13 at 6:30 pm.
All are invited!
RSVP: Larry Keller, 941-391-3940
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Crafts 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 have made the following items:
- Baby blankets for Pregnancy Solutions
- 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 at New Life Church every Wednesday from 1-3:30 pm.
Contact:
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Operation Christmas Child |
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The Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Ministry Team is requesting the following donations for July & August: School Supplies! Children in most of the countries receiving OCC shoeboxes cannot go to school without bringing their own school supplies. Requested items are: Crayons, pencils, colored pencils, pencil cases, markers, watercolor sets, small spiral notebooks, pads of paper, scissors, glue sticks, small manual pencil/crayon sharpeners, small coloring pads, coloring books. The donation box is located in Lenox Hall.
Thank you for your help in this important outreach ministry!
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Download our August Children's Ministry Calendar HERE.
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Our zoo trip was a success! There were about 50 of us in attendance. “Kids” of all ages joined us for our adventure, with our youngest being 14th months and our oldest being in his 70s. I told you, kids of ALL ages!
We met at Naples Zoo at 9:00 am “before it got hot.” I guess that is a relative term. It was already quite warm outside upon our arrival. Our first stop was the “Primate Boat Tour.” There were so many of us, that we had to split up on two boats! It was a lovely trip around the small pond at the zoo. We learned about the difference between apes, monkeys, and lemurs. We saw apes showing off how loud they could be, lemurs chasing each other, sleeping monkeys and another, very territorial ape.
After the boat tour, we all dispersed to travel around the zoo. Everyone wanted to see different animals. As we traveled, we saw lions and tigers and bears, oh my! There were also alligators, tortoises, birds, and a sloth! Some of us also took the opportunity to feed the giraffe…long, blue tongues that feel like sandpaper on the skin…
At 11:30 am, we met at Roar Cafe for lunch as a complete group. If you feed them, they will come. By the time we all made it to Roar Cafe, everyone was hot and hungry. We ate our hot dogs and fellowshipped for quite a while. I had the opportunity to stop and speak with every family that joined us. It was great to meet some new families and get to know church families better. I had the opportunities to hear about family needs and how the church and family ministry can come alongside them.
After lunch, most of our zoo crew headed home. A few of us stayed a little longer, leaving just as the rain started in Naples. The feedback I have received has been phenomenal. Everyone had a really nice time with their families at the zoo. It was just very HOT! (Note to self: Florida summer is not like Massachusetts summer, zoo to be reserved for winter activity….indoor activities in summer).
Grace & Peace, Becca
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Sunday, August 14th our Teen Missions Team will be sharing testimonies at each of the morning worship services that day. Come hear how God used our students to make an eternal impact in the lives of the people they served this summer. |
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Greetings New Life friends and family --
Happy August! Of course I can't even believe that's possible. Someone said to me "Rosie, we need to start planning for Christmas"!! What??? While that is a fact, it really doesn't seem possible especially when it feels like 110 degrees every day!
Good news! The new name tags are ready and will be available for you to pick up at each worship service this Sunday. August 7th. The 8 o'clock service will be available at a table under the pavilion. If rain causes the service to move to the sanctuary, they will be on the counter in the anteroom. Greeters will be available to assist you. Tables will be set up in the main entrance of the Life Center for both the 9:15 and 11 o'clock services. Prayers of thanks for everyone who has been involved with this huge project. And special thanks to everyone for your cooperation and patience.
Please watch for information in upcoming announcements and The Bridge regarding opportunities to serve. We will be looking for several folks at each service to be part of our Welcome Team. Please examine your heart and pray about service within your church family. It's an easy way to get big blessings and get acquainted. Stay tuned for specifics!
I am hoping to share your "Godwink" stories in upcoming articles. I know many of you have wonderful experiences as a result of prayer. So let me know if you're willing to share. We don't have to use names- just share things that happen when we pray.
One of my favorite Scriptures is Philippians 4:6 "Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything." Simple instructions with amazing results. Don't worry... pray. God doesn't just tell us not to worry... He tells us to do something.... pray. My life changed when I began going to God with every big or little life situation. I was the queen of worry but now I trust Him with every outcome- big or little. God is always there to show me the way, so in any situation I can relax and accept His blessings. I believe the key is to give ,be thankful, be joyful in our journey to be more Christlike. On the days when ,"never give up " sounds like "move a mountain, " we are reminded that God's love is stronger than any doubts we might have. My prayer today is: Father I know worries are wasted opportunities to trust You. Today I want all my cares to turn into prayers.
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 6:30PM in the Life Center. The Bell Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings and plays at the 11:00AM service regularly. I am looking for two more ringers to join our group this Fall. If you are interested and can read music I want talk to you!
The Chancel Choir continues to rehearse and sing through the Summer. The Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursdays at 6:30PM in the Choir Room and sings Sundays at the 11:00AM 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 7, 2022 - 11:00 AM Service
Prelude: Adagio from Sonata No. 1, Op. 65 – F. Mendelssohn
Opening Hymn: 398 Jesus Calls Us
Offertory Anthem: Be Thou My Vision – R. Shephard
Closing Hymn: 399 Take My Life, And Let It Be
Postlude: Trumpet Voluntary in D Major – J. Stanley
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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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Beginning Sunday, August 14th at 10:30 a.m. in Lenox Hall, The Harmony Class will begin a five-week study of “The Shortest Way Home: C.S. Lewis & Mere Christianity”. Doubt and disbelief live in the hearts of many people as they wrestle with the questions of good and evil and the existence of God. Those who embrace Christianity as a way of life must then learn how to live out their faith as a transformed individual in an imperfect and difficult world. But how is this accomplished? Please join us to find out! Class materials will be provided for all participants. All are welcome to attend! |
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Extraordinary Women - Begins August 18 |
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Extraordinary Women is a Zoom Women’s Bible Study Group which meets every Thursday from 9:00-11:00 am. Brenda Allen is the group facilitator. EW Zoom is for all
women who enjoy learning about the Bible and how it applies to their life.
If you find it difficult or impossible to come to the church for a small group meeting, please consider joining us on Zoom. We have members who are out of town for the summer and want to stay connected to a small group. If you are the caregiver for someone who can’t be left alone our group may be the perfect way for you to participate in a small group. Do you like to stay at home and dress casually (that means shorts and no makeup)? EW Zoom is the group for you.
We are a very welcoming group, so please come and visit us. We are currently using the
Journey Through the Bible series and are presently studying Acts. We will start our study
of Romans on August 18. If you would like a book please contact Jan Armbrust at 941-
268-5967 or Sharon Voss at 941-639-1506. Contact Brenda Allen for the Zoom link at
941-286-2244.
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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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Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9am - 4pm
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All past issues of The Bridge are available on our website HERE.
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