This Sunday's Theme:

"Jesus Heals!"

Mark 5:21-43

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

Good afternoon friends,

I shared with those in worship last Sunday that we ended April in a severe financial hole. We were nearly $14,000.00 behind on our budget at the end of April. For this reason, the Board has been developing a “Get out of Red!” matching fund.

The Board and a handful of leaders from the church have pledged $8,200.00 for matching funds. That means that they are challenging the congregation to give at least $8,200.00. If we do so as a congregation, they will give their matching funds. But if we don’t make it, they are not obligated to give their pledge. So, I want to invite you and challenge you to give so that we can receive the full $8,200.00 in matching funds.

This is how we will do it. We have pledge/donation cards to distribute for you to make your gift/donation or your pledge. You can also send a pledge into Bri at the office by emailing her at office@newcovenantaz.org and place your name and your donation/pledge amount in the email. Whether you give in person or give online, please ensure you fill out your donation/pledge card or send an email so that we can make sure to include your gift towards the matching funds.

As I mentioned last Sunday, we want to be able to pay staff and pay our bills through the lean summer months so we will need help from every one of you! Patti and I have joined the matching fund, so we are committed to seeing the church erase the red ink! I hope that you will join us as we “Get out of Red!”

Join me this Sunday as we gather for worship. I know we are not doing our 4^th Sundays over the summer, but we will have a good old-fashioned hymn sing this Sunday, so plan to join us as we sing some old favorites! Our scripture will be Matthew 5: 21-43 as we look at the promise of “Jesus Heals!”

Pastor Steve

• Prayers for Goldie McMahan as she receives care in the hospital. We pray that she would experience healing and tolerate her feedings.
• We pray for comfort and strength for Tiffani Scott and guidance for her providers as they navigate her cancer treatment.
• Prayers for strength for Katie's friend, Christia, as she began chemotherapy this week.
• We pray for Allison's 3 1/2 year old daughter, Colbie, in Illinois who was diagnosed with cancer and begins treatment this week in Chicago.
• We pray for comfort for Ron Shelton and his family following the recent passing of his son, Dean.
• Prayers for healing and good imaging and pathology results for Greg following surgery last. We pray for peace for him and his family as they await results.
• Prayers for comfort for the family and friends of Julie Shangle who passed away this week after a long battle with cancer.
• Lift up Lynley Park, friend of Dean and Lisa Durkee, in prayer as she continues radiation treatment. 
• We pray for comfort for Lisa, who lost her father two weeks ago.
• Prayers for peace and reconciliation between Michael's four children.
• Prayers for complete healing and improvement for Sally Marrs following her angioplasty last week.
• We pray for comfort peace and comfort for Mary Cole and her family as they mourn the death of her brother-in-law, Russ Mosser.
• We pray for strength for Rita Semingson, sister-in-law of Chriss and Bruce Semingson, as she begins chemotherapy treatment this week.
• Prayers for comfort for Bea McInerney, friend of Debby and Dave Andrews, as she mourns the recent loss of her husband Ken McInerney.
• Prayers for peace and comfort for the Ames family (family of Devin, Becca Person's fiance), as Carl, Devin's dad, enters hospice care.
• Prayers for Brett Jackson as he undergoes a bone marrow biopsy and oncology evaluation in South Dakota.
• We pray for Tyler and family, that they would experience healing.
• Prayers for a safe transition for Laurie, from her current living situation to her new one.
• We pray for healing for Dylan, and that he would be able to attend camp this summer.
• Prayers for peace and comfort for Keenan, Charlie Brichta's uncle, who was diagnosed with lung cancer and has now entered hospice care.
• Prayers for strength and complete healing for Will Wartenburg following a bone marrow transplant recently.
• Prayers for Julie, sister of Marla, as she starts chemotherapy for treatment of breast cancer.
• Prayers for complete healing for Zachary, grandson of Julie listed above, as he continues to recuperate after a bone marrow transplant.
• Prayers for continued strength for Alexandra, daughter of Julie listed above, as she is in recovery.
• Prayers of thanksgiving that Jim, partner of Marla, is recovering well after being treated for blood clots.
• Prayers for effective removal of melanoma for Marla, and healing after the procedure in June.
• For Paul and Andy (neighbors of Riley and Kathy), and Andy’s friend who are struggling with alcoholism. Prayers for strength and support for Andy and his friend who are beginning recovery.
• Hayden, son of Shane and Michelle Grabenstein, battling severe headaches and migraines. He was previously hospitalized, and they are looking for answers.
• That the Holy Spirit would come and fill us and our church with its Pentecost power, love and grace.
• Prayers for effective treatment and healing for Ruby, the 21 month old daughter of Rhett and Rachel (friend of Jennifer Coughenour) who has been diagnosed with a very serious, rare illness, and is going through treatments at Phoenix children’s Hospital.
• Prayers for Ruby's father Rhett (listed above). Rhett is also struggling with health issues-we pray for a diagnosis and treatment.
• We pray for the safety of Pam and Bob Rognlien, and missionaries overseas.
• We pray for Vanessa and Gus Ayala and their children, as they mourn the loss of their son, Noah.
• 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.
• Prayers for all young parents, for patience, peace, and overflowing love in their homes.
• Prayers for healing for Troy's brother in Colorado who suffers from Parkinson's.
• 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.