9:00 am Contemporary, Life Center

Message: "Don't Worry. Be..."

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

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!

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.

A very special congratulations to Carmen Blake for her award as Charlotte County Public Schools Support Employee of the Year.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

Diane Houston Sheppard, houstonfla04@yahoo.com, 941-740-1016

Janet Downing, janld25@gmail.com, 774-230-4460

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:

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.

Please email denise@newlifeforall.church, if you have questions.

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.

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:

becca@newlifeforall.church or 941-639-3842 ext. 213

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:

becca@newlifeforall.church or 941-639-3842 ext. 213

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.

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.

david@newlifeforall.church 

When you come to the church campus, please wear your New Life Church name tag.

If you do not have a church name tag, you can order one HERE.