This Sunday's Theme:

"Philadelphia and Pentecost!"

Revelation 3:7-13

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

Good afternoon church!

It is an eventful week for many connected to New Covenant this week and next.

In Matthew 11:28, Jesus invites us to cast our worries upon the Messiah: “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” This verse reminds us that we don't have to carry the burdens of our busyness alone. We can find rest from the stress and anxiety that we experience by entering into God's presence

Goldie had her heart catheterization procedure to open the narrowing of the arch in her aorta on Tuesday. At first, it seemed to work beautifully, but in the 24 hours following it narrowed again. It will need surgery eventually, but they are hoping for stability over the next few months so she can grow a bit before that is needed. The good news is that she has been released from the hospital and the family is all back home together again! Stephen and Katelyn welcome your prayers of discernment for them and her medical team in determining the timing of next steps for this sweet little one of God.

Tomorrow (Friday), we have 19 Kindergartners graduating and preparing for their move into elementary school in August. Most of these children began their educational experience in our preschool as a two- or three-year old, so this is always a big transition for the children and their families. We will have fun recognizing them and their gifts as we prepare to send them off.

Next Tuesday is our final Family Chapel for the year at 9:00 am. We gather as families and fill the sanctuary with people, songs, and worship. Then on Wednesday we celebrate the last day of school by hosting a picnic for all of the children and their families.

So, you see, there is a lot going on this week. But it is not too busy for us to prepare for Sunday worship. Sunday we will listen to the letter written to the Christian community in Philadelphia – no, not Pennsylvania. Philadelphia in Asia Minor which is in current day Turkey. The Scripture is from Revelation 3:7-13 as we look at the theme, “Philadelphia and Pentecost!” And it is Pentecost this Sunday so join us dressed in red!

Pastor Steve

• Prayers of discernment for Stephen and Katelyn McMahan and their medical team as they determine the next steps for Goldie’s treatment and care.
• Prayers of thanksgiving for a successful heart surgery for Pat Musgrove’s sister in law Gloria Nelson.
• 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.
• Prayers for safe travels and successful bone marrow transplant later this month for Will Wartenburg following a cancer diagnosis.
• 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.
• Prayers for comfort and peace for Youvonne, friend of Kathy Power, who is entering hospice care.
• 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.
• Prayers for strength and successful treatment for Christia, friend of Katie Mayer, who is about to undergo treatment for breast cancer for the second time.
• Prayers for comfort for the family of Dean and Lisa Durkee, as they mourn the recent loss of his cousin's son.
• We pray for the safety of Pam and Bob Rognlien, and missionaries overseas.
• Prayers for comfort for Nancy and Jake following recent news regarding her pregnancy.
• Prayers for successful treatment and healing for Henry L'Esperance, Lynn's L'Esperance's dad, as he begins six months of chemotherapy for recently diagnosed cancer.
• Prayers for Denny, friend of Rod and Dorothy, who was diagnosed with bladder and kidnery cancer.
• We pray for a friend of Benjamin Walker's grandmother, Pat, who has cancer.
• We pray for Vanessa and Gus Ayala and their children, as they mourn the loss of their son, Noah.
• We pray for Mike Darkoch, for treatment and healing.
• Prayers for Keenan, Charlie Brichta's uncle, who was diagnosed with lung cancer. Prayers for strength and resilience as he undergoes treatment, and that his body would be fully restored.
• 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 over a year ago.
• 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 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.
• 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.