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This Sunday: October 8, 2023
8:00 am Praise Service, Sanctuary
9:15 am Traditional Worship, Sanctuary
10:45 am Contemporary Worship, Life Center
Message: "Un-Done"
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8
Pastor Mike Loomis
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Note: Due to very wet park conditions, our 8:00 am Praise Service
will be held in the Sanctuary this Sunday.
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New This Week
- Thank You, from Rosalie Wilford
- Shower Ministry Needs
- UCW Meeting, October 9
- Jimmy Wayne Concert - Benefiting Crossroads, November 17
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Today Matters will not feature a speaker event this month, instead, we are participating in the Senior Expo! Come see us along with many other vendors in the Life Center on October 14. For more information and seminar schedule, visit: gulfcoasttimeradio.com.
Our next Today Matters program will be held November 18, featuring Dan O’Shea, 18th Counterterrorism Seal Commander.
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Operation Christmas Child Packing Party!
Tim Buck
We are having an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox packing party on 10/15 at 5pm in the Life Center. Everyone is invited to come pack a shoebox, write a note to the child receiving the box, and pray over them.
The teens of the church are sponsoring this event. They will be serving Christmas cookies and punch after your box has been filled. With your help, our youth group hopes to fill over 100 shoeboxes that night! Please join them and help them reach this lofty goal.
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Thank You
Rosalie Wilford
Recently, I disrupted the worship at the 9:15 AM service by collapsing onto the aisle. It happened so quickly that even my daughter, Joanne, sitting beside me (who always anticipates my needs) couldn't react.
Apparently, I just lost my balance as I had no pain before, during, or since, thank you, Lord!
But the real blessing was and is the reaction and concern of Pastors Mike and Angela and fellow worshipers during and since then which have been overwhelming.
Thank you, Church, for your true Christian LOVE and CONCERN!
Love, Rosalie Wilford
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United Christian Women, October 9
The UCW will have a meeting at 11am in Lenox Hall on Monday, October 9. We will be discussing our event on November 4. All women of the church are invited!
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Shower Ministry Needs
-Men’s M sized underwear (NEW AND IN PACKAGES ONLY)
-Men’s S, 2X, 3X t-shirts or casual shirts (not dress shirts)
-Men’s shoes/sandals sizes 10-14
-Men’s denim pants and cargo shorts only, sizes 28, 30, 32, 34, 44
-Men’s belts all sizes
-Women’s 2X, 3X casual shirts/dresses
*Please make sure donated items are lightly worn & free from stains*
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Lifetime Journey
The Lifetime Journey class will begin its study of the New Testament on October 16th. If you are interested in studying the New Testament, contact Myrt Creigh at fumcpgmc@gmail.com by October 6th.
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Healthy Start Diaper Drive
Charlotte County Healthy Start Coalition is accepting donations of diapers and wipes to assist young families this fall. A donation box is located in Lenox Hall for wipes and diapers (sizes 3 - 6 and pull-ups are in the most needed sizes). If you would like to help in this tangible way please make your donation by Nov. 1st. Thanks in advance for supporting the children of our community.
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Portrait of a Bride, November 4
Linda Gillen, United Christian Women
Portrait of a Bride is a program about antique, vintage, and contemporary wedding gowns with a discussion of the historical significance surrounding each era and dress. Leigh Ann Brown will focus on the evolution of the American woman through all her trials and triumphs as we discuss the social, economic, and educational aspects of the time. There will be a light reception at the event including beverages, tea sandwiches, and dessert.
Learn more HERE about Portrait of a Bride, An Evolving Silhouette.
Tickets are available between services at the Gazebo. For more information contact Linda Gillen, 941-661-9988 or Nancy Wolaver, 813-763-2297.
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A Word from Worship
Greetings New Life Church family and friends,
God is so good! I opened my book after prayer to this scripture: 1THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 - "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." And today I rejoice and give thanks to our Heavenly Father - because today (Monday)
was my last day of infusions. Seven days a week for seven weeks and I am praising God for saving my life once again! You all have lifted me up with your prayers; I have been overwhelmed by your loving comments and concerns each Sunday. I know many of you have heard my partial testimony when I shared how my prayer journey began, but I was recalling the day long ago (1992) when I was getting prepared for the surgery to straighten and reconstruct my spine from below my neck to my tail bone which was scheduled to take 10-11 hours (it took 12.5). Needless to say I was very frightened but was blessed by a wonderful young pastor who sat with us at 5am and told me how to pray and give my worry to God. That was the beginning and it was the start of a new life. Do I still have problems? Obviously. Do I still get overwhelmed? Not really. Frustration sometimes with my frequent infections and the scheduling inconveniences that it causes. But I feel blessed to still be here to serve God and share with others that our lives have purpose even with problems that confront us. Honestly, on more than one occasion, I have found myself sitting next to a patient in the infusion center who starts sharing with me and soon asks me to pray with them and for them. Amazing gift from God, when you realize that a few years ago I'd be way too shy to do that. God has on many occasions turned my pain and problems into a purpose like that.
I could go on with many more examples of blessings I've received. The best thing I'm able to do with them is to share with you. God is doing so many amazing things in my life and in yours too. We need to listen for His direction and He will lead us on the most wonderful faith journey. It's important to share with others; via a Bible study, small group, or prayer group. Then share your faith by serving,; there are many volunteer positions available. Watch the info in The Bridge or ask someone to help you. Thank you again for your prayers - they truly make a difference!
I am praying for you!
Rosie Young
Worship Coordinator
rosie@newlifeforall.church
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Halloween Volunteer Sign-up Sheets are available in the Sanctuary, Life Center and Lenox Hall. Help is needed for set-up, clean-up and during the event. If you have any questions on how you can help on Halloween, contact Becca: becca@newlifeforall.church. | | |
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Children's Books Donations Needed!
We are collecting new or used children's books (ages 12 and under) to donate to the Literacy Bus which will be on campus for Halloween.
There is an orange bin in Lenox Hall where you can leave your book donations. Thank you!
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Tickets for the Jimmy Wayne concert benefiting Crossroads Hope Academy are available in the church office, $40 per person. | |
Hospital Visitation, Prayer Available
We want to know when you are having surgery or are in the hospital! We are available to pray with you before surgery and visit you in the hospital, rehab, etc.
Contact us through email: prayerteam@newlifeforall.church or call/text Pastor Bob, Minister of Pastoral Care (941) 585-9576.
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Church Name Tags
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.
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Offering New Life in Jesus Christ, by Seeking, Shaping, and Sending Disciples
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