This Sunday's Theme:

"Talking Back to Jesus!"

Mark 7:24-37

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

God afternoon friends!

I hope that you will scroll through the newsletter if you did not have a chance to do so last week. There is a lot going on at the church and the school. Last week we began the combined newsletter to give our readers a more wholistic picture of New Covenant and its ministries. Thank you for taking an interest in all that goes on around here at New Covenant!

This Sunday begins the in-person portion of our 2024 series of the Marriage Course. This past week, participants were given a link to the first session along with a door dash gift card to spend time as a couple focusing on the foundation of one’s marriage. It is not too late to join us. If you are interested, please email office@newcovenantaz.org to get information on registration, or click on the marriage course slide below. We will meet at the church on Sunday from 5-7 pm and we will provide dinner and childcare for any with children.

This Sunday at worship we will look at two stories from Mark 7:24-37. It is two strange encounters, one with a Gentile woman who seeks healing for her daughter and a mute man, brought to Jesus by his friends. Neither of these stories emphasize the faith of those coming to Jesus for healing, but rather their insistence on receiving Jesus’ healing. Might we say, “Talking Back to Jesus!” is allowed?

Well, if you want to hear more about these stories, join us on Sunday!

Pastor Steve

Happy Fall Ya’ll! I know it isn’t Fall yet, but I am manifesting and praying that God brings it sooner rather than later so these sweet children can play outside for a whole recess period!

This week we have found ourselves incredibly immersed in preschool and kindergarten life! The kids are getting more and more comfortable and more and more adorable by the day. As everyone adjusts, I want to share a piece of my spiritual heart with you about our amazing staff. Working in early childhood, we find that some days are a challenge, and all days are a gift. One thing that I know is that each one of our team members finds joy, hope, and excitement in the impactful moments that they experience each day with your children. Psalms 32:8 says, “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” This verse is an incredible reflection of the role that our amazing teaching, administrative, and pastoral team carry out each day. Thank you all for your hearts and commitment to our beautiful children and the love of Jesus that you share with them each day.

I encourage you to plant your family at a church and build relationships with your spiritual family. New Covenant holds services every Sunday, with Sunday school at 10:30 am. The bonds and the foundational faith that have grown in my own children and my family at the early childhood age helped to shape the people that they are today, and I wouldn’t change them for the world! Sending love and prayers for a fruitful spiritual journey!

Ms. Dana

School Calendar

• Be present with Goldie McMahan as she comes to her likely 3rd surgery in September. Surround Katelyn, Stephen, Lila, and Maeve as Goldie prepares for surgery.
• Prayers for continued healing for Mary Campbell, Pat Musgrove's sister, and for strength for her family as well. Mary is healing now after having a few small strokes. She has been diagnosed with dementia and Parkinson's disease.
• Prayers of thanksgiving that the lymph nodes removed during Greg's surgery were cancer free. Prayers for a speedy, complete recovery. He will be undergoing surveillance imaging for an extended amount of time as well. 
• We pray for Uncle Jim's tendon healing. May he feel peace during his recovery.
• We pray for the niece of Ron and Phyllis Ostrand as well as her husband, Butch, who underwent surgery earlier this month.
• Prayers of thanksgiving for the healing of Ron's brother from cancer.
• We pray for effective chemo treatments and procedures for Eric Spandenburg, friend of Max and Kristen, who was recently diagnosed with cancer.
• Prayers for thanksgiving that Paul's brain cancer has stabilized and the tumors have stopped growing. Thank you Lord for answered prayers!
• Prayers for pain relief and a complete recovery for Rod Schroeder who broke his arm.
• 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 recently.
• We pray for Allison's 3 1/2 year old daughter, Colbie, in Illinois who was diagnosed with cancer and begins treatment in Chicago.
• Lift up Lynley Park, friend of Dean and Lisa Durkee, in prayer as she continues radiation treatment.
• We pray for strength for Rita Semingson, sister-in-law of Chriss and Bruce Semingson, as she undergoes chemotherapy.
• Prayers for Brett Jackson as he undergoes a bone marrow biopsy and oncology evaluation in South Dakota.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.