Spiritual Reflection

 "The most transformational belief a Christian can hold is their understanding that Jesus is Lord."

Bishop Tom Berlin

Upcoming Holy Land Tours and Journeys of Paul Tour

Pastor Harold will lead two trips to the Holy Land: the first one is scheduled for this fall (October 5 – 14, 2026) and another for next spring (March 8 – 17, 2027).

In addition, Pastor Harold will be leading a cruise tour that follows in the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. The cruise (October 6 – 17, 2027) will take us to towns where Paul had established churches such as Philippi, Thessaloniki, Corinth, Athens, and Ephesus. There also will be stops in Rhodes, Mykonos, and Santorini, Greece. 

If you are interested in knowing more about these tours, you can pick up a brochure at the Welcome Center in the East Narthex, download the information from the New Covenant website, or use the links below.

In the fall, Pastor Harold will hold information meetings to talk more about these trips, answer questions and share more details.

Wildwood Middle High School New Mentors Needed

New Covenant’s Mentor Program annually has around 40 Mentors working with Mentees from ninth to twelfth grade, primarily at Wildwood Middle High School.

Our current Mentors “move up” with their Mentees each year, but because of how popular the program continues to be, we have more students who are asking for Mentors. Each year, we recruit adults who have a heart for teenagers and a sincere desire to provide love, patience, guidance, and support over a period of four years as the Mentee journeys from ninth grade through graduation. The Mentor Program focuses on four foundational areas: physical, spiritual, behavioral, and academic/career needs.

If God is leading you to this special program and you would like more information, please use the button below to contact Anne Foote Hill, Director of Administration.

"Jesus is Lord" Study with Pastor Ellen

Tuesdays, starting June 9 (for six weeks), from 9 AM – 10 AM

The weekend of June 6 & 7, Pastor Harold will begin a brand-new sermon series based on Bishop Tom Berlin’s new book, Jesus is Lord.

While Pastor Harold focuses on this book for his sermon series during the four weekends in June, you are also invited to join Pastor Ellen for a six-week, video-based study based on Jesus is Lord.

Registration for Pastor Ellen's study is required. To register for Pastor Ellen's study, please use the link below. The book is available through Amazon.

Facilitator: Rev. Ellen Pollock

In addition, if you are part of a small group, your small group is invited to participate in this six-week, video-based study on Jesus is Lord. For information about how your small group can participate, please contact Pat Hill, Care Coordinator - Discipleship, using the button below.

Podcast

The New Covenant Podcast is a great way to listen to the audio of our weekly sermons. 

The podcast has over 5,000 streams and downloads and has been recognized by Feedspot as one of the "Top 100 Florida Church Podcasts. " 

To receive New Covenant podcast episodes, go to the Podcast app on your smartphone, search "New Covenant United Methodist Church Sermons," and tap "Follow."

We hope that you will take advantage of this service not only to listen to the messages yourself but also to consider sharing with your family and friends.

The "Rich Fool"

But God said to him, You fool! You will die this very night. Then who will get everything you worked for? Yes, a person is a fool to store up earthly wealth but not have a rich relationship with God. (Luke 12:20-21)

The parable of the rich fool jumps out because of its relevance to how we structure our personal finances. The parallel of the rich landowner in Luke 12 to our modern philosophy of wealth accumulation serves as a stern warning about the dangers of excess.

Legacy Giving

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

If you would like to know more about Legacy Giving, please contact Linda Stubits in our church office or click the link below. Thank you for considering our Legacy Giving Ministry.

Don’t Miss Our May Women’s Gathering!

Thursday, May 21 from 10 AM – 11:30 AM (with lunch to follow)

This is our final gathering before we break for summer – so come and be a part of something special.

Develop habits of hope with our own Cindy Kane, Women’s Ministry Leader and Regional representative for Community Bible Study, through fun, hands-on activities, and simple, practical ways to strengthen your trust in God, giving you a joy-filled boost in hope!

Be inspired as Penny Williams shares about her recent visit to Africa University, where lives are being transformed through the mission: learning here, living here, leading here.

You’ll also hear about how Zoe Empowers, a world mission partner with New Covenant and a key ministry partner with the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church, is bringing lasting hope to orphaned children and vulnerable families, all while enjoying beautiful photos and stories from Cindy and Penny’s recent safari adventures and a delicious homemade lunch by the amazingly talented Chef Terry!

For information about the Zoe Empowers trip, please see the Zoe Empowers article below.

Menu: Chicken salad wrap, pasta salad and dessert

Registration is required ($12) and closes at 12 noon on Monday, May 18. If you have any questions or need help with registration, please contact Pat Hill, Care Coordinator - Discipleship.

Saturday Contemporary Worship Moves to the Fellowship Center

Beginning Saturday, May 30

After thoughtful conversation and meaningful enhancements to the space, we are ready to officially move our Saturday 5 PM Contemporary Worship to the Fellowship Center.

Over the past months, several important elements have been added to help shape this space for worship. Most notably, the cross from the original Worship Center has been artistically redesigned and refabricated into a custom copper cross by Bruce and Nancy Merrill, in collaboration with Sean Pollock, Worship Director. This piece now serves as a visual anchor. In addition, the kneeling prayer rails, hand-crafted by Bob Ferioli, along with a new communion table and other worship furnishings, help create a space that is both reverent and welcoming. This move brings together the strengths of a modern worship environment — enhanced sound and visual capabilities — with the grounding presence of meaningful, traditional symbols.

As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of New Covenant, this transition also reflects a forward focus — strengthening worship that not only honors where we have been but also helps welcome a new generation into this place we call home. Our first service in the Fellowship Center will begin with a brief time of reconsecration for worship, marking this transition with intention and prayer.

You are encouraged to arrive early to take in the space, settle in, and prepare for worship.

The Chosen Season 3

Wednesdays through June 10 from 2 PM – 4 PM in the Chapel

The next season of The Chosen will run for 8 weeks – one episode per week. Each session starts in the Chapel where we watch the episode together and then continues in breakout sessions where we discuss the messages we glean from the program. Each episode stands alone, so feel free to drop in and join us as you are able. 

Season 3 of “The Chosen” explores transformative encounters with Jesus, focusing on themes of forgiveness, faith, and community, while following the disciples’ growth and challenges. The third season portrays the increasing popularity of Jesus, which troubled different societal and political groups, including the Romans and the Pharisees. Following the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus sends His Twelve Apostles, two by two, to preach and perform miracles, leading to the disciples facing their greatest challenge. Jesus then returns to His hometown, Nazareth, which results in a shift to the ministry in the year of His popularity. After multiple miraculous occurrences, the season closes at the Sea of Galilee, where Jesus feeds thousands with loaves and fish and then walks on the water.

If you have any questions, please contact Randy Cooke, Teaching Pastor.

CDL Drivers Needed

If you have an active Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or are interested in obtaining one, we need you! New Covenant has a bus that can be used for short day trips including gleaning, historical tours, and other activities, but a CDL and passenger endorsement are required to drive it. Our active list of available drivers has changed, and we are interested in your ability to serve by using your CDL!

For more information, please contact Anne Foote Hill, Director, Administration.

Production Volunteers

The Production Team helps make worship happen each week in ways most people never see, but everyone benefits from. From sound and livestream to lyrics, cameras, lighting, and presentation support, this team helps create a smooth and welcoming worship experience for both the people in the room and those joining online.

Please consider volunteering for this important ministry. No experience is required, just a willingness to learn, pay attention, and serve as part of a team. Training is provided. If you are interested in learning more about serving with Production, please contact Branden Paul, Technical Manager.

Weekly Prayer Concerns

Praying Together meets at 2:45 PM in Classroom 14

Every Wednesday a small but faithful group come to pray over the requests and needs of the congregation. The written prayer cards and the online submitted prayer requests are prayed for by this team. If you would like to join this group, all are welcome! You do not need to be a member of New Covenant, or you don’t have to pray flowery, elaborate prayers, but just come with a spirit of humility and reverence as you bring these needs to God. Please use the link below to submit an online request.

Prayer Quilts

Ariel: emergency back surgery

Kaye: pancreatic cancer

Tom: strength and healing

Wendy: health concerns

We request your prayers for these prayer quilts. Please click on the quilt to be taken to our Facebook Page, where you can "Like" the post to virtually tie a knot. 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.

Chancel Flowers

To place an order for Chancel flowers, please use the button below. For any questions about Chancel flowers, please contact Sharon Weimert, Care Coordinator. Flower orders must be received by noon on Monday for flowers to be delivered that weekend.

Rev. Harold Hendren, Senior Pastor

Rev. Ellen Pollock, Associate Pastor