Message in a Minute

Click the image above to hear from Pastor Ellen and to learn about the three Key Announcements for this week!

Spiritual Reflection

"The only thing that can save humanity is compassion."

Dalai Lama XIV

Upcoming Bible Studies

Early Risers and Late Risers

Soul Feast: An Invitation to the Christian Spiritual Life” by Margorie Thompson

A 4-week discussion about the depth of Spiritual Discipline needed to connect to God’s Transformative Love led by Pastor Randy Cooke. It will include discussions on key spiritual disciplines such as reading scripture, prayer, worship, self-examination, hospitality and finding direction for our life journey.

• Early Risers: Sundays
• 8 AM – 9 AM

• Late Risers: Sundays
• 10 AM – 11 AM

Back By Popular Demand!

Breaking the Code: Understanding the Book of Revelation” by Bruce Metzger

A seven-session study facilitated by Judy Stuart, the book of Revelation contains passages of great beauty and comfort, as well as passages that can strike us as bizarre, bewildering and sometimes frightening. This study provides a trustworthy guide to the rich symbolism of this important book of the Bible. All are welcome!  

• Thursdays, August 28 – October 9
• 10 AM – 12 PM

Brand New!

Luke in the Land: Walking with Jesus in His World” by Kristi McLelland

Seven video teaching sessions facilitated by Charlene English. This woman’s study will take you to locations in Israel like Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, Gethsemane, Jerusalem, and the Road to Emmaus. Along the way, you’ll see how Jesus brought His kingdom to earth for everyone.

• Wednesdays, September 10 – October 22
• 10 AM – 11:30 AM

Two Options!

Perfectly Flawed: God Transforms our Weaknesses into Strengths”

A women’s study on the life of Peter by Lisa Toney facilitated by Dana Osmanski. Perfectly Flawed shows how the apostle Peter’s passion and imperfections make him one of the Bible’s most loved and relatable people. This study follows Peter through his time with Jesus from the beginning of Jesus’s ministry, through His resurrection and beyond through Pentecost when Peter begins his call.

• Days: Tuesdays, September 30 – November 11
• 10 AM – 12 PM

• Evenings: Mondays, September 29 – November 10
• 6 PM – 7:30 PM

CBS (Community Bible Study)

Book of Psalms — a 30-week study



• Begins Monday, September 8
• 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM 
• All are welcome

The Chosen Coming This Fall

The Chosen is an outstanding dramatization of the life of Jesus which offer us a fresh perspective on that time. This study will be great for both those who are new to Bible studies and those who learn best from video story telling. All are welcome.

Registration is required for all classes. Watch for more details in upcoming WeeklyWord emails. Please contact Pat Hill if you have any questions. 

Hospitality Volunteers Needed 

Volunteers are an essential to all our ministries, including the Hospitality Ministry. The Hospitality Ministry is all about radically welcoming and integrating everyone who enters our community. To radically welcome them, is to go above and beyond to create a truly inclusive and comfortable environment for everyone. It’s a way for people to feel truly seen, heard, and loved. By joining our team, it is also a great way to be more connected here at New Covenant through being a part of a team and meeting new people.

We are currently seeking individuals who would like to serve as ushers, greeters, and coffee bar volunteers.

If you’d like more information about the Hospitality Ministry, or are interested in being a part of this important team, please reach out to Ashley Hill, First Impressions Manager.

Ways to Give Online

Proverbs 3:9-10 says, “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.”

When you give to New Covenant, you are supporting Local and International Outreach, Ministry Programs, Sunday worship services, renovation and upkeep of our beautiful buildings, basics such as electricity, and the staff and volunteers who work through our ministries to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

There are many ways to give. You can mail a check to our church office, virtually by signing into our online portal, by texting the word GIVE to (352) 480-0528, or you can use your required minimum distribution through your IRA.

Consider one of these methods today to help support the ministries of New Covenant. If you have any questions, reach out to the Finance Office.

Thank you for supporting New Covenant United Methodist Church, where together, we are a thriving body of Christ by being His hands, feet, and voice in the world.

If you have questions, you may visit the Computer Center before worship services or contact the church Finance Office.

Online Check-In

Checking into Online Worship is a great way to stay connected with your church family when you're worshiping virtually.

To let us know you're attending online, simply click the button below to complete the brief Online Worship Check-In Form. There is a sign-in option for New Guests and for Regular Attenders.

Thank you to everyone who is a part of our Online Worship community; we are grateful for the opportunity to be your church!

"Legacy Fund" — What is it?

In 2007 New Covenant established an Endowment Fund, now called the Legacy Fund, which provides members and friends the opportunity to make charitable gifts that become a permanent fund to support ministries and growth long into the future. 

By way of the Legacy Fund, you can make a “Planned Gift” by giving to the fund either now or by way of your will, trust, or numerous other methods upon your passing. Anyone can make a planned gift - you do not have to be wealthy. Just think, if every one of our members left just $500 to the Legacy Fund, that would total almost one million dollars. 

If you would like more information about the Legacy Fund, please contact Linda Stubits, Finance Manager.

Legacy Giving

Giving through your will or trust allows you to keep your assets while you need them.

Bargains & Blessings Truck

Saturday, August 2 and Sunday, August 3

The Bargains & Blessings truck will be on the church campus to accept donations this weekend before worship services. If you have large items to donate, please call Bargains & Blessings at (352) 330-3333 for information about donation pick-up.

We appreciate your ongoing support of this important ministry. Each item donated and sold helps to support children and families in our local community. 

Helpers are also needed every other month to accept donations before worship service at 8 AM and in-between worship services from 10–11 AM. If you are interested, please contact Charles Stuart.

Donations for the Flooding in Texas

Thanks to the generous hearts of our congregation, New Covenant collected $6545 for the Texas Flood fund.

Fresh Expressions Volunteer Opportunities

New Covenant is pleased to offer a Fresh Expression of ministry by providing a mini worship service for residents in many of the living facilities in The Villages and surrounding areas.

If you have the gift of music, prayer, or sharing a devotion, being a part of this ministry may be a good fit for you. All volunteers for this Fresh Expression ministry undergo training in protecting vulnerable adults as well as a background check.

To learn more about getting involved, please contact Pastor Donna Hendren.

Do You Like Helping People?

Bargains & Blessings Volunteers are needed to answer calls and provide general information, such as the hours of operation, donation hours, items that can and cannot be accepted, or transferring calls when needed. Help is needed Monday through Friday, from 9 AM–12:30 PM or 12:30–4 PM, either a half-day or full-day. Training will be provided.

Please contact Barb Holevinsky if you are interested or stop by the store to apply. 

Life Inventory Forms

Did you know that you can preplan some of your desires for your Celebration of Life now? We have Life Inventory Forms that will help your family and your church plan for how you would like to celebrate your life and legacy. Sharon Weimert, Care Coordinator, has these forms readily available. Stop by for a hard copy, or download a digital copy now. 

Preplanning helps out everyone to know your final wishes. If you have any questions, please contact Sharon.

The Prayer Quilt on the Altar is for:

Charlotte, who has health issues.

Prayer quilts are made by a dedicated group in our church and throughout our community who envision the quilts being a special gift of love for people experiencing life-changing challenges. If you would like to order a prayer quilt, please click the button below.

Our prayers, love, and sympathy are extended to...

Ken Smith, family and friends on the passing of his wife, Barbara T. Smith.

Altar Flowers

Jim & Louise Clark in celebration of their 68^th wedding anniversary.

Flower orders must be received by noon on Tuesday for flowers to be delivered that weekend. To place an order for altar flowers online, please use the button below.